# Egnyte MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Egnyte lets you manage your corporate file storage and sharing workflows through your AI client. Instead of digging through nested folders or manually adjusting permissions in a web UI, you can ask your agent to find documents, create shared links, or pull audit logs. It gives your AI the eyes and hands it needs to handle enterprise content management, ensuring your team stays organized and your data stays secure. ## Overview - **Category:** productivity - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LGlgvJnQ4tbx6VGywp8kWhZmYTO54omMmW8F4ysh/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** egnyte, cloud-storage, file-sync, enterprise-content, shared-links, audit-logs, efss-api, mcp ## Description Most companies treat their file storage like a digital junk drawer. You know the feeling: you need a specific contract or a project brief, but you have to spend ten minutes clicking through nested folders and remembering which team owns what. It's a constant source of friction for anyone trying to get work done quickly. This Connector changes the way you interact with your Egnyte environment by giving your AI agent the ability to navigate that warehouse for you. Instead of you doing the heavy lifting of searching and sorting, you can just ask your agent to find the right document, pull the latest version, or see who has been accessing a specific folder. It handles the tedious parts of content orchestration, like building out complex folder structures for new projects or generating secure, password-protected links for external partners. You don't have to jump between tabs or manually copy-paste URLs anymore. Because Vinkius hosts this connector, you can integrate it into your existing workspace to turn your AI into a dedicated content coordinator. It understands your domain's structure and can pull audit logs to keep your compliance team happy without any manual data entry. You're moving away from manual navigation and toward a system where your files are always just a conversation away. It's about reclaiming the time you spend hunting for data and putting it back into the actual work of your role. ## Tools ### delete_item Remove a file or folder from your storage. Use this to clean up old data quickly. ### list_shared_links View all active shared links. It is the easiest way to keep track of what is public. ### get_account_info Get your specific domain details. This helps the agent know where it is working. ### get_audit_logs Pull the latest security events. It is the fastest way to check for suspicious activity. ### get_file_metadata See the details of a specific file. Use this to check sizes, types, and dates. ### list_folder See what is inside any folder. It helps you understand your directory structure quickly. ### list_groups Get a full list of user groups. Use this to see who has access to what. ### list_users See every user in your Egnyte account. This is great for auditing your team. ### list_webhooks See which webhooks are currently active. Use this to manage your automated notifications. ### search_files Find specific files across your whole domain. It makes finding lost docs much faster. ### create_folder Make a new directory instantly. It is perfect for starting new projects on the fly. ### create_shared_link Make a new shareable link for a file. You can set specific access rules for it. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Find the Q4 budget sheet and give me a link to share with the board. ``` **Response:** ``` I've located the following files matching 'Q4 budget sheet': | File Name | Path | Last Modified | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Q4_Budget_Final.xlsx** | /Finance/Planning/2026 | | Q4_Budget_Draft.xlsx | /Finance/Planning/2026 | I have generated a secure shared link for the final version: **Link:** `https://egnyte.com/s/x92jL0m2` (Restricted to Domain) Would you like me to send this to the board members? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Who has access to the 'Internal' folder? ``` **Response:** ``` I've checked the permissions for the `/Internal` directory. The following groups have access: * **Executive Team** (Full Access) * **HR_Admins** (Full Access) * **Finance_Dept** (Read Only) There are 14 individual users currently assigned to these groups. Would you like a full list of names? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me the last 5 things that happened in the 'Finance' folder. ``` **Response:** ``` Fetching recent activity for `/Finance`... | Timestamp | User | Action | File | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 2026-07-10 14:22 | John Doe | Deleted | Old_Receipts.pdf | | 2026-07-10 13:45 | Jane Smith | Edited | Q4_Budget_Final.xlsx | | 2026-07-10 12:10 | Mike Ross | Shared | Payroll_Draft.docx | | 2026-07-10 11:05 | Sarah Connor | Uploaded | Tax_Docs_2025.zip | | 2026-07-10 09:30 | John Doe | Viewed | Budget_Meeting_Notes.pdf | ``` ## Capabilities ### Find specific files using text queries Ask your agent to locate documents across your entire domain using natural language. ### Generate secure shared links Create links with custom access rules for partners or internal teams instantly. ### Pull security audit logs Retrieve a history of file events to monitor security and compliance. ### Create new folder structures Build out new project directories programmatically through your AI client. ### Retrieve user and group lists Get a clear view of your team members and their group memberships. ### Monitor active webhooks Check your active webhooks to manage automated notifications and triggers. ## Use Cases ### Rapid project onboarding An Ops Lead needs to set up a new marketing project. They ask the agent to create a folder structure and invite the creative team using create_folder and list_groups. ### Instant security auditing An IT Admin notices a security flag and asks the agent to pull the last 50 audit logs to see who deleted a specific file using get_audit_logs. ### Secure external sharing A manager needs to share a budget sheet. They ask the agent to find the file and create a shared link restricted to the finance domain using create_shared_link. ### Compliance document discovery A compliance officer needs to find all files containing a specific keyword in a department. They use search_files to find them all at once. ## Benefits - Stop wasting time clicking through nested folders by using search_files to find exactly what you need in seconds. - Keep your data secure by using create_shared_link to generate specific, time-bound access for external partners. - Simplify your audit process by using get_audit_logs to see every file action in a single view without manual filtering. - Speed up project onboarding by using create_folder and list_groups to set up team spaces instantly through natural language. - Maintain better oversight of your data by using list_shared_links to see every active external connection in your environment. ## How It Works The bottom line is you turn your static file storage into an active, searchable workspace for your AI agent. 1. Create an Internal Application in your Egnyte Developer Portal. 2. Retrieve your Access Token and Domain name from the portal. 3. Connect these credentials to your AI client via Vinkius. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can the Egnyte MCP help me find files faster?** Yes. It allows your AI agent to perform deep searches across your entire domain using natural language, saving you from manual folder navigation. **How do I use Egnyte with my AI agent for security?** You can ask your agent to pull audit logs to see who accessed what files, or check active shared links to ensure your data is only shared with the right people. **Can my AI agent create shared links for me?** Absolutely. Your agent can generate secure links with specific accessibility rules, like password protection or domain restrictions, on the fly. **Is Egnyte MCP good for managing large teams?** Yes, it's designed for enterprise use. It can list all users and groups, making it easy to coordinate permissions for large organizations. **Can I automate my folder setup with Egnyte MCP?** Yes. You can tell your agent to create new folders and organize project structures, which helps with rapid onboarding and project launches. **How does Egnyte MCP handle audit logs?** It retrieves the latest security events and audit logs, giving you a clear history of file actions without needing to navigate the admin console. **Can I use Egnyte MCP to delete old files?** Yes, your agent can delete files or folders to help you keep your storage clean and organized. **How do I find my Egnyte domain?** The domain is the first part of your URL. For example, if you access Egnyte at `acme.egnyte.com`, your domain is `acme`. **Can I search for files by content?** Yes! The `search_files` tool performs a full-text search across your Egnyte domain to find relevant documents and folders. **How do I generate a shared link via AI?** Use the `create_shared_link` tool and provide the full path to the item. You can also specify access levels like 'public' or 'domain'.