⭐ Getting started
Instruction to add Checkout blocks (for Shopify Plus only)
The Block checkout features of Blockify are now available Shopify app blocks for themes. What are the app blocks for themes? It is the customization drag and drop elements on the theme including the Checkout page. For further details, please read the official article of Shopify about App blocks for themes: https://shopify.dev/docs/storefronts/themes/architecture/blocks/app-blocks Instruction to set up First of all,Few readersAdd a new rule to block
Overview Blockify offers a powerful feature that allows you to block access from specific IP addresses or locations effortlessly. With just a few clicks, you can define who can and cannot reach your website or online store. Currently, Blockify supports blocking access using the following criteria: IP address (support IPv4 and IPv6). IP address starts with (IP address range). Country. State or Province. Internet Service Provider (ISP). Product, collectiFew readersProxy and VPN blocker
Overview Blockify takes your online security to the next level by effectively blocking access from VPN and Proxy connections (learn more about Proxy and VPN). These commonly used tools for anonymous browsing or bypassing restrictions can create risks to your online store. With Blockify, you can prevent these connection attempts, ensuring that only legitimate connections are allowed. Say goFew readersAuto-block visitors when IP changes
Overview Blockify's automatic blocking goes beyond IP-based and geolocation blocking by recognizing previously blocked visitors and their devices and preventing their access, even when their IP addresses change. Say goodbye to persistent unwanted visitors as Blockify intelligently identifies and blocks all connections from devices that have been previously restricted, ensuring enhanced security and peace of mind. Instruction Go to the "Settings" tab, on the "Bot killer" section, aFew readersTOR blocker
Overview Blockify's TOR blocking function provides an essential layer of protection by preventing all TOR connections to your website. TOR, known for its anonymity, can be a breeding ground for malicious activities ( learn more about TOR here). With Blockify, you can safeguard your online space and ensure that your website remains secure from potential threats lurking within the TOR network. TOR connections are verified using proxycheck.ioFew readersVisitor Analytics
Overview Blockify helps you unlock valuable insights into your store traffic with our Visitor Analytics. By providing detailed information: IP addresses, geolocation, access detail of each IP, risk score, device, and browsing data, it empowers you to gain a deep understanding of your audience, identify potential risks, and fortify your site's security. Make informed decisions and enhance your online presence with the comprehensive analytics offered by Blockify. Analytics apps still recorFew readersCustom blocking template
Overview With our fully customizable blocking template, you will have full control over the look and feel of your blocking screen. Easily edit the title, content, image, and color to match your website's layout and design. Personalize the blocking experience for your users, ensuring a seamless and branded interaction that aligns perfectly with your website's aesthetics. Instruction Step 1: Go to the "Settings" tab, on the "Blocked template" section, and click "Launch template editFew readersAdd a new rule to whitelist
Overview Blockify's whitelist enables you to establish a "digital VIP list", granting exclusive access to specific IP addresses and locations. By adding trusted entities to your whitelist, you ensure that they can always reach your website or online store without any obstacles. With Blockify's whitelist, you can create a secure and streamlined online environment for your trusted partners and clients. Currently, Blockify supports whitelisting access using the following criteria: IP addreFew readersAdd a new rule to redirect
Overview With Blockify's redirect feature, you can effortlessly steer visitors from specific IP addresses or locations to a different website or destination. Whether you want to provide region-specific content or redirect unwanted traffic elsewhere, Blockify empowers you to create a seamless and personalized online experience for your site visitors. Take charge of your visitor's journey and ensure they reach the right destination with ease! Currently, Blockify supports redirecting access uFew readersPriority Rule Management
Available on Wix platform How to use the Priority Rule in Blockify - Easy Guide 👍 We've designed the Priority Rule feature to allow you to organize the priority of various rules according to your specific needs. Understanding Blacklist and Whitelist: The 'Blacklist' means blocking or redirecting visitors. The 'Whitelist' means these visitors on this list will always be allowed, except if they use aFew readersBlock checkout based on conditions
How to use: Step 1: Turn on the Blockify checkout rule. Please review this guideline to learn how to enable it. If you've already enabled it, you can skip this step. Step 2: Click the email, phone, name, country, or address box and enter the value you want to block from placing orders. Due to Shopify's regulations, third parties are not allFew readersContent protection
Overview With Blockify's advanced content protection function, you can shield your website's text and images from unauthorized copying or scraping. Prevent competitors and bots from selecting content, disable right-click functionality, and block copying via keyboard shortcuts. Protect your valuable assets from competitors and malicious bots, maintaining the integrity and exclusivity of your website's content. Instruction Go to the "Settings" tab, on the "Content protection" sectioFew readersCSS customization
Available for Premium and Enterprise plan Location On the Settings tab Functionality Customizing CSS allows you to change the visual style and layout of the blocking page, ensuring seamless integration with your brand and meeting specific requirements. Notes: The blocking page consists of 4 elements: Title DescrFew readersAuto-block checkout with free products
Overview We've noticed a sneaky bot causing trouble for our customers by placing orders with free products and matching first and last names. To tackle this, we've rolled out a new function on Shopify. It stops creating orders with a subtotal of 0 and when the last name is the same as the first name. How to use: Step 1: Turn on the Blockify checkout rule. Please review this guideline to learn how to enable it. If you'veFew readersAuto-cancel high-risk orders
This feature is beta and available exclusively for Enterprise and Shopify Plus plan. Position On the fraud order analytics tab How it works? This feature is designed to help you manage and mitigate fraud risk by automatically canceling orders identified as high risk. Once enabled, this feature will automatically cancel orders flagged as high risk due to detected fraud. You can customize its behavior with the following options: Order Type: Choose the risk level of orders - either HighFew readersAuto-block visitors placing fraud orders
Available on the Enterprise plan Position On the fraud order analytics How it works? This feature automatically adds the IP addresses of orders with a high-risk order type to the blocked list (blacklist). After users activate this feature, the IPs of new high-risk orders will be automatically added to the blocked list. IPs from orders placed before enabling this feature will not be automatically addedFew readersBlock specific page
Available for Shopify & Wix Overview This feature can help you prevent your store from unwanted visitors visiting a specific page. At the moment, block specific pages available condition-based on Country. You can pick any country to prevent the traffic. Where can I find it? You can find the Block specific page by navigating to Block & Redirectior tab. On the Block section, it is in 5th position. How tFew readersBlock Checkout
Only available on Shopify, not Wix How to activate the Block Checkout feature Step 1: Go to your Settings at store admin >Checkout >Scroll down to find the Checkout rule section Step 2: Click Add rule >Select Block Checkout by Blockify (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/8383e5404a31c000/iFew readersOrder from VPN/Proxy
Available for Premium and Enterprise Plan Overview This field allows users to know whether an order was placed by a VPN/Proxy customer or not This field displays one of two values: Yes: The order was placed by a customer using VPN/Proxy No: The order was placed by a customer not using VPN/Proxy Note Data in the "Order from VPN/Proxy" column is sourced from Proxycheck, while data in the "FraudFew readersFraud Orders
Available on Shopify Overview We are happy to introduce the fraud orders function that will allow you to analyze the risk level of each order, uncover IP addresses, and limit bad guys from destroying your store. Our feature, integrated with Shopify’s data, provides comprehensive insights to help you make informed decisions to enhance your store's protection. To view the data, you need to granFew readers
⚡ Tips and tricks
What is a referrer URL?
What is a referrer URL? A referrer URL (or referrer, referring URL) is the URL of the web page that a user came from when they clicked a link to reach the current page. It indicates the source from which the user navigated to the current page. Referrer URLs are commonly used in web analytics to track and analyze the traffic sources of a website. How Does a Referrer URL Work? A referrer URL works by providing information about the source from which a user navigated to the current webFew readersHow to allow only a country to access my site?
You can do that by following these steps: Step 1: Go to the "Blocker & Redirector" tab, select "Block" and click "Block country". In the pop-up, select "Add all countries" to block access from every country and click "Add".Few readersHow can I access my store if I have blocked my own country?
We have an admin access URL for your store. Access via the above URL will not be blocked under any circumstances. Please keep the link disclosed.Few readers
❓ FAQ
Features related FAQ
1. What are the differences between the blacklist and the whitelist? Please check the comparison table below:Few readersGeneral FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions Why isn’t IP-to-Location 100% accurate? IP geolocation has been called “part art, part science” for several important reasons. First, there is no “ground truth” in IP-based geolocation that ties IP addresses to physical locations. ISPs (Internet Service Providers) assign dynamic IP addresses when users access the internet, and the precise accuracy of that location may depend on hoFew readers