Delete an alternative distribution domain by its ID in App Store Connect to remove it from your alternative distribution configuration.
DELETE /v1/alternativeDistributionDomains/{id} (DELETE /v1/alternativeDistributionDomains/{id})
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | the id of the requested resource |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.5.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the behavioral burden. It reveals that the operation is a DELETE, but says nothing about required permissions, whether deletion is reversible, what associated data is removed, or rate limits.
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 short but duplicates the same endpoint string in parentheses, which adds no information. It is not front-loaded with useful context, just a raw HTTP route.
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 destructive delete operation with no annotations and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It does not explain prerequisites, consequences, or what happens to references after deletion.
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 fully documents the single required id parameter, so the baseline is 3. The description adds no meaningful semantics beyond repeating the id placeholder from the path.
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 restates the endpoint path and HTTP method already implied by the tool name, without explaining what an alternative distribution domain is or what deleting it entails. It is a tautology rather than a meaningful statement of purpose.
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?
There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, no preconditions, and no warning about destructive effects. The description only gives the HTTP route.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.