Skip to main content
Glama
damientilman

Mailchimp MCP

delete_template

Permanently delete a user-created template by providing its ID. Only works for user templates, not gallery or base templates.

Instructions

Delete a user-created template permanently.

Irreversible. Only works for user-created templates; gallery and base templates cannot be deleted. Does not affect campaigns already using this template's content. Use list_templates to find template IDs.

Authenticated via API key. Max 10 concurrent requests. Respects read-only and dry-run modes. Returns 404 error if template_id is invalid or is not a user template.

Args: template_id: Template ID to delete (numeric string, e.g. '12345'). Must be type 'user'.

Returns: JSON with status ("deleted"), template_id.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
template_idYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior5/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations provided; description fully covers behavioral traits: irriversibility, authentication, rate limits (max 10 concurrent), read-only/dry-run respect, and error conditions (404). This exceeds the burden for an unannotated tool.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Well-structured with clear paragraphs and bullet points. Every sentence adds value: action, constraints, alternatives, parameters, returns. No fluff, highly readable.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Tool has single parameter, no enums, and output schema. Description covers all necessary context: prerequisites (list_templates), return format, error handling, side effects, and usage boundaries. Fully complete for this tool's complexity.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters5/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Single parameter template_id receives detailed meaning: numeric string example and requirement to be of type 'user'. Schema only shows type string; description adds crucial context beyond the 0% schema description coverage.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

Description clearly states 'Delete a user-created template permanently.' It specifies verb (delete), resource (user-created template), and distinguishes from gallery/base templates and sibling tools like create_template and update_template.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Explicitly states when to use (user-created templates), when not (gallery and base templates), and directs to list_templates for finding IDs. Also clarifies no effect on existing campaigns, providing comprehensive usage guidance.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

Install Server

Other Tools

Latest Blog Posts

MCP directory API

We provide all the information about MCP servers via our MCP API.

curl -X GET 'https://glama.ai/api/mcp/v1/servers/damientilman/mailchimp-mcp-server'

If you have feedback or need assistance with the MCP directory API, please join our Discord server