# Files.com MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Files.com MCP lets you manage secure cloud storage and audit logs through your AI client. It handles folder structures, user permissions, and file metadata so you don't have to jump between tabs. Use it to automate routine file management tasks and keep your enterprise data organized. ## Overview - **Category:** industry-titans - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_DskstTkNYGvyo31LiSjVQ3GzJtiQBHVISrFSbwvn/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** file-transfer, secure-storage, audit-logs, cloud-sync, file-metadata, collaboration ## Description Managing enterprise files across different departments usually means a lot of tab-switching and manual permission checks. You're constantly hunting for specific folders or trying to figure out who last touched a sensitive document. This Files.com MCP changes that by giving your AI agent direct eyes into your storage environment. Instead of digging through a web console, you can just ask your agent to pull up the activity history for a specific directory or check which groups have access to a project folder. It handles the heavy lifting of navigating complex hierarchies while you focus on the actual work. If you're looking to get your hands on these capabilities, you can find Files.com in the Vinkius catalog along with thousands of other professional connectors. You can quickly create new directories, wipe out old assets, or grab direct download links for specific files without ever leaving your workspace. It makes the way you handle secure storage feel like a conversation rather than a chore. ## Tools ### list_users See every user account currently registered in your Files.com storage. This helps you keep a pulse on who has an active account. ### create_folder Make a new directory at any specific path in your cloud storage. Use this to quickly organize new project assets. ### delete_file Remove specific files or folders that are no longer needed. This keeps your storage clean and free of junk. ### get_file_details Pull specific metadata and direct download links for a file. It's the fastest way to get info on a specific asset. ### list_folders Browse the folder structure of your Files.com account. Use this to navigate your hierarchy without clicking through menus. ### list_user_groups View the different organizational groups within your account. This helps you see how permissions are structured. ### list_activity_history Review logs of uploads, downloads, and deletions. This is your primary tool for monitoring file activity. ### list_permissions Check the specific access rights for any given file or folder. Use this to verify that sensitive data is protected. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Who has access to the 'HR-Private' folder? ``` **Response:** ``` I've checked the permissions for '/HR-Private'. Here are the groups with access: - **HR-Admins** (Full Control) - **Payroll-Team** (Read-Only) - **Executive-Staff** (Read-Only) Would you like me to list the specific users in those groups? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me the last 10 file activities. ``` **Response:** ``` Here are the most recent activities in your Files.com account: | Time | Action | User | Path | |---|---|---|---| | 10:05 AM | Upload | Mike R. | /Projects/Design | | 09:45 AM | Download | Sarah K. | /Finance/Q3_Report | | 09:30 AM | Delete | Admin | /Temp/Old_Logs | Would you like more details on any of these? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Create a folder for the new 'Alpha' project. ``` **Response:** ``` I've created the new folder '/Alpha' in your Files.com account. You can start moving your project assets there now. ``` ## Capabilities ### List all files and folders Browse your entire storage hierarchy and see what's inside any directory. ### Create new folders Build out new project directories on command. ### Delete old files Remove outdated assets or empty out folders to keep your storage clean. ### Pull file metadata Get specific details and direct download links for any file in your account. ### Check user permissions Verify who has access to specific folders and files for security audits. ### View activity history Monitor real-time and historical logs of uploads, downloads, and deletions. ## Use Cases ### Audit a folder's permissions An IT admin asks the agent to check who has access to the 'Finance' folder using list_permissions to ensure only the right people have entry. ### Clean up legacy data An ops lead tells the agent to delete all files in a '2022_Temp' directory using delete_file to free up storage space. ### Track recent activity A manager asks for a summary of all downloads in the last 24 hours using list_activity_history to monitor team work. ### Onboard a new project A team lead asks the agent to create a new folder hierarchy for 'Project Alpha' using create_folder to get the team started immediately. ## Benefits - Stop switching tabs by using list_folders to navigate your storage directly inside your AI client. - Speed up project setup by using create_folder to build out directory structures instantly. - Simplify security audits by using list_permissions to check who has access to sensitive data. - Keep a clean storage environment by using delete_file to remove outdated assets on command. - Monitor data movements with list_activity_history to catch unauthorized file access. - Get instant file info by using get_file_details to grab metadata and download links quickly. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a natural language interface for your entire Files.com storage environment. 1. Subscribe to the Files.com MCP on Vinkius. 2. Enter your Files.com API Key and Subdomain in the configuration. 3. Ask your AI client to list folders, check permissions, or pull activity logs. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can I use the Files.com MCP to manage permissions?** Yes, you can use it to check who has access to specific folders or files. This makes it much easier to manage security without clicking through multiple menus. **How does the Files.com MCP handle audit logs?** It lets you query your file activity history directly. You can ask your agent to find specific uploads, downloads, or deletions from a certain time frame. **Can I create folders with the Files.com MCP?** You can create new directories at any path in your account using simple commands. It's a fast way to organize your workspace. **Does the Files.com MCP support user management?** Yes, it allows you to list users and organizational groups. This is great for IT admins who need to verify account statuses quickly. **Can I get download links using the Files.com MCP?** You can pull direct download links and metadata for specific files. This helps you share assets with your team faster. **Is the Files.com MCP good for compliance?** It's built for it. By accessing activity history and permission distributions, you can quickly verify that your data stays secure and follows your internal rules. **Can I see who downloaded a specific file via AI?** Yes! Use the `list_activity_history` tool. Your agent will retrieve the audit logs, which you can filter to find download events for a particular file or user. **How do I create a new folder in my secure storage?** Use the `create_folder` action. Provide the path where you want the new directory to be created (e.g., '/projects/2024') and the agent will register it in Files.com instantly. **Is it possible to list all users in my Files.com instance via AI?** Absolutely. Use the `list_users` query. The agent will retrieve the complete directory of users configured for your company's instance.