Allow/Deny by IP and CIDR ranges

Feature

IP / CIDR rules — Allow or block specific IP addresses or CIDR ranges (e.g., ***********/24).

How it works

CIDR support lets you handle office networks, known providers, or abusive subnets efficiently while keeping the rules list short.

How to access / enable

  1. WP Admin → AegisSpamGuard → Allow/Deny
  2. Add a rule for an IP or CIDR range
  3. Choose Allow or Deny and save.

Recommended setting

Recommended: Allowlist trusted office/VPN IPs; deny only when you have repeated confirmed abuse.

Over-blocking IP ranges can affect legitimate users (mobile carriers and shared networks).

Why you need this

Admins use IP rules to quickly stop persistent offenders and protect internal workflows.

Additional information