Fraud Prevention
IP Checking
Learn how to enable the IP Checking module to prevent fraud by checking the IP address of the buyer.
Introduction
The IP Checking module allows you to validate that the user`s IP matches the billing address entered. Also, you can block specific countries for accessing your webstore to prevent fraud.
Enabling IP Checking
To enable the IP Checking module, follow the steps below:
- Navigate to the Fraud > IP Checking tab in the Admin Panel.
- Toggle the GEO-IP Address Verification switch to enable the module.
- Make sure that Collecting Data module is enabled to collect the IP address of the buyer.
- Save the changes.
Blocking Specific Countries
You can block specific countries from accessing your webstore to prevent fraud. To block a country, follow the steps below:
- Navigate to the Fraud > IP Checking tab in the Admin Panel.
- Scroll down to the Blocked Countries section.
- Select the countries you want to block from the dropdown list.
- Save the changes.
Blocked countries will be redirected to the blocked page when they try to access your webstore.