Why it matters

Email is high-value + high-risk agent action. Understanding shapes safe integration.

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The architecture

Gmail API for read + send.

SMTP for send-only.

OAuth + user consent.

Email tool safetyRead emailwith consentDraft emailfor reviewSend with confirmationcriticalNEVER send without user confirmation; prevent AI worms + abuse
Email tool safety.
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How it works end to end

Read: OAuth-consented access.

Draft: agent proposes; user reviews.

Send: user confirms every send. Rate limits.

Abuse prevention: no bulk send; content filters.