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How to block a range of IP addresses?

You can block an entire IP range (in case that the person who is trying to attack your site is using a dynamic IP from a certain network.) For example, to block all 254 IP addresses from the network 222.111.333.1 to 222.111.333.254, simply enter: 222.111.333.

How to block IP address?

To block an IP address, you need to click on the “Block an IP Address” button first. Then select a hostname from the drop-down menu (domain or subdomain hosted in your account). If you want to block the access to the entire domain, leave the path below as it is. In case you want to …

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What is a Regular Expression?

This field is available only when you select to use a “RedirectMatch directive”. Here you can type a regular expression, which is to be used in your RedirectMatch redirection. Example: (.*).gif$

What is a HTTP status code?

When a request for a page on your site is sent to the server, the server will return an HTTP status code in response. This status code gives information about your site and the requested page. Code 301 (Permanent redirection) – The requested page has been permanently moved to a new location. The requested URL …

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What is a Redirect method and what is the difference?

The URL redirection is an advance feature that allows you to use several directives (methods) for the redirection. Redirect Directive – The Redirect directive maps a requested URL into a new one by asking the web client to re-fetch the resource to the new location. RedirectMatch Directive – The RedirectMatch directive maps a Request-URL into …

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