delete_theme

Delete a theme. The active (MAIN) theme cannot be deleted. Requires write_themes access scope and a Shopify exemption.

Server Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server untitled-developers/shopify-mcp
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What delete_theme does on Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server

AI agents call delete_theme to permanently remove resources in Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why delete_theme needs a policy

This tool irreversibly deletes a theme from the Shopify store. Deletion cannot be undone without recreation or restore from backup. While the MAIN theme is protected, any secondary or custom themes can be permanently removed. This is a destructive action affecting store customization and appearance.

From the tool's definition delete_theme: Delete a theme. The active (MAIN) theme cannot be deleted. Requires write_themes access scope and a Shopify exemption.

Questions about delete_theme

What does the delete_theme tool do? +

Delete a theme. The active (MAIN) theme cannot be deleted. Requires write_themes access scope and a Shopify exemption. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on delete_theme? +

Register the Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for delete_theme: 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 Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is delete_theme? +

delete_theme is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit delete_theme? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the delete_theme 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 delete_theme completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for delete_theme. 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 delete_theme? +

delete_theme is provided by the Kockatoos Shopify MCP Server MCP server (untitled-developers/shopify-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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