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wp_update_option tool reference for StifLi Flex MCP

Write
Group SettingsCapability manage_options

updates a WordPress option.

Description

updates a WordPress option.

What it is for

  • Changing global settings with elevated permissions.

Example use case

updating a general site setting.

Sample prompt

Update the blogdescription option to our new company tagline.

Sample response

{
  "tool": "wp_update_option",
  "status": "ok",
  "updated": true
}

What does wp_update_option do?

updates a WordPress option.

Does wp_update_option modify site data?

Yes. It is a write operation and can create, update, or delete data depending on arguments.

Which capability is commonly required?

It usually runs under controls compatible with manage_options and the active MCP profile.

How should wp_update_option be used safely?

Enable write confirmations, test in staging first, and keep changelog/rollback enabled.