Delete a discount code
AI agents call delete_discount to permanently remove resources in Shopify Graphql — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.
This tool permanently removes discount codes from a Shopify store, which cannot be undone. Deletion is irreversible and constitutes a destructive operation. While not as critical as deleting orders or customers, removing discounts could impact active promotions and revenue strategies.
From the tool's definition Tool name explicitly states 'delete_discount' and description confirms 'Delete a discount code'. The verb 'delete' indicates irreversible removal of data.
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Delete a discount code. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Shopify Graphql MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.
Register the Shopify Graphql MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for delete_discount: 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 Shopify Graphql. Nothing to install.
delete_discount is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the delete_discount 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.
Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for delete_discount. 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.
delete_discount is provided by the Shopify Graphql MCP server (uvu-store/shopify-graphql-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
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