switch_subaccount · GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What switch_subaccount does on GoHighLevel MCP Server

AI agents use switch_subaccount to create or update resources in GoHighLevel MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your GoHighLevel MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why switch_subaccount needs a policy

This tool modifies the active session/context by switching which sub-account is used for all subsequent operations. While it doesn't directly delete or create data, it changes the operational scope in a persistent way that affects all future tool calls.

From the tool's definition Switch the active GHL sub-account. All subsequent tool calls will use this account until switched again.

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Verdict

switch_subaccount Rate-limited

switch_subaccount stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "switch_subaccount": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "switch_subaccount_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches GoHighLevel MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about switch_subaccount

What does the switch_subaccount tool do? +

Switch the active GHL sub-account. All subsequent tool calls will use this account until switched again. It is categorised as a Write tool in the GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on switch_subaccount? +

Register the GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for switch_subaccount: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches GoHighLevel MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is switch_subaccount? +

switch_subaccount is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit switch_subaccount? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the switch_subaccount rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block switch_subaccount completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for switch_subaccount. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides switch_subaccount? +

switch_subaccount is provided by the GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP server (tailormadeweddings/gohighlevel-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.