3.10 IP Whitelist
The IP Whitelist section of the admin panel provides tools to control and restrict platform access based on IP addresses or IP ranges.
This feature is essential for enhancing platform security, preventing unauthorized access, and implementing user-specific or global IP restrictions.
3.10.1 List of IP Rules
Each entry in the list represents an IP restriction rule that has been applied to either a specific user or globally across the platform.
The table provides the following information for each rule:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Rule name | A custom label for the IP rule, helping admins identify its purpose (e.g., “Office Network”, “API Access Restriction”). |
| IP / Range | The single IP address, subnet mask, or IP range to which the rule applies. |
| Time added | The date and time when the rule was created. |
| Added for | Indicates whether the restriction applies to a specific user (shows the user’s name) or globally. |
| Actions | Delete the rule from the system using the trash can icon. |
3.10.1.1 Search & Filtering
The IP Management page allows quick location of rules through:
- Search Bar – Searches across all rules by name.
- Column Sorting – Click the small arrow next to a column name to sort in ascending or descending order.
- Column Filters – Filter rules by:
- Text filters for Rule name, IP, and Added for.
- Date picker for Time added.
- Reset All Filters – Clears all filters and displays the full list of rules.
3.10.2 Adding a New IP Rule
To create a new IP restriction:
- Go to the IP Management section in the left-hand menu.
- Click the green Add Rule button in the top-right corner.
- A modal window titled Add Rule will appear.
- Fill in the following fields:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Rule name | A descriptive name for the restriction (e.g., “Admin Office IPs”). |
| IP type | Choose between: |
- IP address / Subnet Mask – Restrict access to a specific IP or subnet.
- Range – Restrict access to a range of IPs (enter values in the From and To fields). |
| From / To | Required if “Range” is selected. Defines the start and end of the allowed IP range. |
| Scope | Choose: - User – Restrict only for the selected user (choose from the dropdown list).
- Global – Apply the restriction to all users. |
| User | If “User” scope is selected, choose the specific user from the dropdown. |
- Click Save Rule to apply the restriction.
3.10.4 Managing Existing Rules
- Edit – Not available; delete and recreate rules if changes are required.
- Delete – Click the trash can icon in the Actions column to remove the rule.
3.10.5 Best Practices
- Always label rules clearly for easy management.
- Use User-specific rules for restricting sensitive accounts.
- Use Global rules for blocking malicious IPs platform-wide.
- Regularly review and update the list to remove obsolete restrictions.