Permanently removes a PostgreSQL database from your cPanel account by name. Use it to clean up unused or obsolete databases and free server resources.
Delete a PostgreSQL database
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| name | Yes | Database name to delete |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v2.1.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It does not mention that deletion is permanent, removes all data, or may fail if the database does not exist—critical for a destructive operation.
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?
A single sentence that is clear and to the point, with no unnecessary words or filler.
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?
The description adequately states what the tool does for a simple one-parameter operation, but lacks contextual warnings about permanence or failure modes. This is a minimum viable description with a clear gap for a destructive tool.
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 coverage is 100% and the parameter 'name' is already described as 'Database name to delete'. The tool description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 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 'Delete a PostgreSQL database' clearly states a specific verb ('Delete') and resource ('PostgreSQL database'), distinguishing it from siblings like create_postgresql_database or list_postgresql_databases.
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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool, prerequisites, or alternatives. It does not mention, for example, that the database must exist or that this tool is inappropriate for MySQL databases.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.