Delete a Tailscale service permanently, releasing its MagicDNS name and virtual IP. Use when you need to remove an existing service from your tailnet.
Delete a Tailscale Service. This is irreversible — the service's MagicDNS name and virtual IP will be released.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| serviceName | Yes | The service name to delete |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.13.3Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations indicate destructiveHint=true and readOnlyHint=false. The description adds specific behavioral details (irreversible, MagicDNS name and virtual IP released) beyond what annotations provide, enhancing transparency.
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?
Two sentences succinctly convey the action and key consequence. No filler words; front-loaded with the primary action.
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 delete operation with one parameter and no output schema, the description is fully adequate. It addresses the action and important side effects, meeting the needs of an agent.
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?
Schema description coverage is 100% with a clear description for serviceName. The tool description adds no additional semantics beyond the schema, so baseline score of 3 is appropriate.
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 action (Delete) and the resource (Tailscale Service). It also includes the irreversible consequence, distinguishing it from other delete tools like tailscale_delete_device.
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?
The description mentions irreversibility as a caution but does not provide explicit when-to-use or alternatives. It is adequate but lacks explicit guidance on when not to use it.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.