kinsta_backups_downloadableRetrieve downloadable backups for a specific environment by providing its environment ID.
List downloadable backups for an environment.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| env_id | Yes | The environment ID |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.1.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds no behavioral context beyond the annotations, which already declare readOnlyHint, openWorldHint, and idempotentHint. It does not disclose anything about return format, pagination, or other side effects, so it provides no additional transparency beyond the structured metadata.
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 a single, efficient sentence with no redundant words. It front-loads the action and resource, making it highly concise and appropriately structured for a simple listing tool.
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?
While the tool is simple, the description is minimal and does not clarify what constitutes a 'downloadable backup' or what the response will look like, especially given there is no output schema. An agent may need more context to understand the exact scope or expected results.
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% for the single parameter env_id, so the schema already fully documents it. The description adds no extra meaning about the parameter, so the baseline score of 3 applies.
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 states a specific action (list) and a specific resource type (downloadable backups) scoped to an environment. It distinguishes itself from siblings like kinsta_backups_list by the word 'downloadable', making its purpose clear, though it does not explicitly contrast it with the general backup list.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as kinsta_backups_list or kinsta_backups_create-downloadable. The usage context is only implied by the tool name and description, with no explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use instructions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.