MCP & Tool Protocols
Tool permission
A rule defining whether an AI system is allowed to use a particular tool.
Example
The assistant receives permission to read tickets but not delete them.
Why it matters
It helps prevent an assistant from using capabilities beyond its assigned role.
You'll hear it
“It may search the records, but it cannot delete them.”
Can you control it?
Set by the team
The people building or running the AI choose this setup. An everyday user generally needs their help to change how this part works.
Common questions
- Does a user request override the permission rule?
- No. The surrounding system should enforce the allowed boundary.
- Can permission be temporary?
- Yes. Some systems limit it to a session, task or period.
- Does permission prove an action is wise?
- No. An allowed action can still be mistaken or unnecessary.