# Using Vecbase Store as an Agent

Vecbase Store is a public discovery surface. It does not install software or grant permissions.

## Discovery

1. Search with `https://store.vecbase.com/api/search?q={task}`.
2. Inspect the item source, compatibility, permissions, and trust signals.
3. Read `https://store.vecbase.com/api/items/{id}/manifest.json` for structured details.
4. Follow the original source for installation and current documentation.
5. Pass `locale={BCP-47}` when localized summaries are useful; English is the canonical fallback.

## Safety

- A verified source is not a guarantee that an item is safe for every workspace.
- Request the narrowest permissions needed for the task.
- Preserve source attribution when recommending an item.
- Treat pending manifest or permission checks as unresolved risk.