setup_wda
Download and setup WebDriverAgent for iOS simulators
Part of the Appium MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.
WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL
AI agents invoke setup_wda to trigger processes or run actions in Appium. Execute operations can have side effects beyond the immediate call — triggering builds, sending notifications, or starting workflows. Rate limits and argument validation are essential to prevent runaway execution.
WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON SETUP_WDA
setup_wda can trigger processes with real-world consequences. An uncontrolled agent might start dozens of builds, send mass notifications, or kick off expensive compute jobs. Intercept enforces rate limits and validates arguments to keep execution within safe bounds.
RECOMMENDED POLICY
Execute tools trigger processes. Rate-limit and validate arguments to prevent unintended side effects.
tools:
setup_wda:
rules:
- action: allow
rate_limit:
max: 10
window: 60
validate:
required_args: trueSee the full Appium policy for all 27 tools.
DETAILS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does the setup_wda tool do?
Download and setup WebDriverAgent for iOS simulators. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Appium MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.
How do I enforce a policy on setup_wda?
Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for setup_wda. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Appium MCP server.
What risk level is setup_wda?
setup_wda is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.
Can I rate-limit setup_wda?
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the setup_wda rule in your Intercept policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.
How do I block setup_wda completely?
Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for setup_wda. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.
What MCP server provides setup_wda?
setup_wda is provided by the Appium MCP server (appium-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
ENFORCE POLICIES ON APPIUM
Open source. One binary. Zero dependencies.