whatsapp_set_group_locked · WSAPI WhatsApp MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What whatsapp_set_group_locked does on WSAPI WhatsApp MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why whatsapp_set_group_locked needs a policy

This tool changes group configuration by toggling a permission setting (locked mode), which is a reversible modification of data/state. It does not delete data (ruling out Destructive), execute arbitrary code (ruling out Execute), move money (ruling out Financial), or merely query information (ruling out Read). While it affects access control, the change itself is reversible—the group can be unlocked.

From the tool's definition Tool name: whatsapp_set_group_locked. Description: 'Set group locked mode (only admins can edit info).' This modifies group settings to restrict editing permissions.

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Verdict

whatsapp_set_group_locked Rate-limited

whatsapp_set_group_locked 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": {
    "whatsapp_set_group_locked": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "whatsapp_set_group_locked_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 WSAPI WhatsApp MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about whatsapp_set_group_locked

What does the whatsapp_set_group_locked tool do? +

Set group locked mode (only admins can edit info). It is categorised as a Write tool in the WSAPI WhatsApp 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 whatsapp_set_group_locked? +

Register the WSAPI WhatsApp MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for whatsapp_set_group_locked: 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 WSAPI WhatsApp MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is whatsapp_set_group_locked? +

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

Can I rate-limit whatsapp_set_group_locked? +

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

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

whatsapp_set_group_locked is provided by the WSAPI WhatsApp MCP Server MCP server (wsapi-chat/wsapi-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.