Admin walkthrough — add an IP to the block list

A block takes effect straight away. Don't block your own address: you would not be able to sign in.

1. Open Settings → Security. The Blocked IPs tab opens.
2. Click Add IP Block.
3. Enter the IP Address. A single address (for example 203.0.113.7) or a range (for example 203.0.113.0/24) is accepted.
4. Enter a Reason, such as fake COD orders.
5. Choose Expires In a number of hours, or leave it empty for a permanent entry.
6. Click Block IP.

To remove an entry, click Unblock on its row and confirm. The cards at the top show Total Blocked, Active Blocks and Recently Expired.