list_subscriptionsList the caller's active subscriptions. Returns id, type, params, created_at, last_fired_at, fire_count for each. Use this to review what you're monitoring before adding more or to find an id to cancel.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| include_inactive | No | Include cancelled subscriptions in the response (default false). |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, so the safety profile is known. The description adds the scope (caller's own subscriptions), the default active state, and the specific return fields, providing useful behavior beyond annotations, though it does not discuss pagination or sorting.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is two sentences, front-loaded with the verb and resource, and every sentence earns its place: first states purpose and output, second gives usage guidance. No redundancy.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a simple list tool with one optional boolean parameter and no output schema, the description covers the essential aspects: what it lists, the returned fields, and when to use it. The annotations cover safety, so nothing critical is missing.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The schema already provides a full description for include_inactive (100% coverage), so the description adds no new parameter detail. The baseline of 3 applies because the schema carries the burden, and the description's reference to 'active subscriptions' aligns with the default false behavior.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool lists the caller's active subscriptions, specifies the returned fields, and contrasts with sibling tools like subscribe and unsubscribe by mentioning use cases for those actions. This distinguishes it well.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
It explicitly says to use this tool to review what you're monitoring before adding more or to find an id to cancel, which names the alternatives (subscribe/unsubscribe) and gives clear context. This is a model example of usage guidance.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Add one secure layer between your agents and this server.
Most tools have clear distinct purposes, but ask_pipeworx, ask_pipeworx_grounded, and deep_research overlap in querying Pipeworx data sources. Entity_profile and recent_changes also share some coverage. Overall, agents can differentiate, but a few pairs may cause confusion.
Tool names use snake_case for multi-word (e.g., ai_visibility_check) but also single-word verbs (forget, recall, remember). The pattern is not uniform: some are verb_noun, some are just noun or verb. Mixed conventions reduce predictability.
At 33 tools, the set is on the high side for an MCP server. The server covers a broad data-query domain, which justifies many specialized tools, but the count is borderline heavy and includes several meta-tools (discover_tools, suggest_questions). Could be streamlined without losing core functionality.
The tool surface is comprehensive for data retrieval across financial, economic, pharmaceutical, real estate, weather, and prediction markets. It includes both single-lookup and comparative tools, plus monitoring via subscriptions. Minor gaps exist (e.g., no direct update/delete for user memory beyond forget), but the core domain is well-covered.