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# About the Bot Killer (Proxy/VPN Blocker)

## Introduction  
To enhance your store’s security, Blocky's **Bot Killer (Proxy/VPN Blocker)** feature allows you to restrict access from bots, proxies, and VPNs. This helps you protect your store from unwanted traffic and fraudulent activity.
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## How It Works  
1. Blocky uses a [service](https://proxycheck.io) to analyze each visitor’s IP address.
2. The service evaluates factors such as ISP, location, known proxy/VPN usage, and more.
3. A **security rating** is assigned based on the services’s evaluation.
4. If a visitor’s IP score falls below a safe threshold, access is **automatically blocked**.  
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## Conclusion  
By enabling the **Bot Killer**, you can reduce the risk of abuse from proxies, VPNs, and known malicious sources—keeping your store more secure and trusted by real customers.

You can learn more about Blocky in the [Shopify App Store page](https://apps.shopify.com/908a9a0f9edb5844acb3b5a15e537f4a?utm_source=effectify.help&utm_medium=article-footer-link&utm_campaign=help-article). If you need help, feel free to contact our **support team**.