Interface Caching in BotBlocker: Configurable Cache Time, Real-Time Mode, and WordPress Transients
To keep your WordPress admin fast and responsive – even with heavy analytics – BotBlocker implements interface caching. This feature lets you balance performance, freshness of data, and server load by choosing how long to cache various dashboard elements. What Is Interface Caching in BotBlocker? Interface caching is the process of temporarily storing frequently used […]
Log Retention in BotBlocker: How to Manage Storage Period, Time Zone, and Analytics
One of the key features of BotBlocker is its flexible approach to storing and managing security logs. This functionality gives you full control over how long event data is kept, how it is used for statistics, and how time is recorded, so your site’s analytics and compliance are always up to date. Log Retention Period: […]
How BotBlocker Detects Browser Version, OS, and Device Type: PC, Mobile, or Tablet
BotBlocker includes powerful tools for identifying not only the visitor’s IP or basic headers, but also the browser version, operating system, and device type. This deep analysis is a key part of accurate bot detection and security filtering. Why Detect Browser Version, OS, and Device Type? How Detection Works 1. Browser Version Detection BotBlocker analyzes […]
What Are Antidetect Browsers? How BotBlocker Identifies Stealth Browsers and Fake Fingerprints
The battle between web security and advanced bots grows sharper every year. Ordinary bots are easy to block. But antidetect browsers are sophisticated tools that allow attackers, spammers, fraudsters, and web scrapers to disguise themselves as real users – bypassing many traditional security checks. For serious WordPress security, it’s crucial to understand what antidetect browsers […]
What Is Incognito Mode? Why BotBlocker Detects It, and Why Detection Isn’t Always Possible
Incognito mode (private browsing) is a standard feature in all modern browsers. When enabled, the browser doesn’t save browsing history, cookies, or form data after the session ends. While incognito mode is useful for privacy, it can also be a signal in security and anti-bot analytics. What Is Incognito Mode? Incognito (or Private/Guest Mode): Why […]
What Is AdBlock/uBlock Detection? Why BotBlocker Identifies and Blocks Ad Blockers
AdBlock and uBlock are browser extensions used by millions of people worldwide to block advertisements, pop-ups, and tracking scripts on websites. While they protect privacy and reduce clutter for users, ad blockers can have serious consequences for website owners, online businesses, and content publishers. What Are AdBlock and uBlock? Why Detect Ad Blockers? 1. Ad […]
What Is Cloudflare? How BotBlocker Detects Cloudflare by IP and Headers and When to Block
Cloudflare is one of the world’s largest providers of website protection, CDN (Content Delivery Network), and DDoS mitigation. Millions of websites use Cloudflare to speed up delivery, secure against attacks, and hide their real server IPs. But Cloudflare is also a popular entry point for bots, attackers, scrapers, and anonymizers – sometimes intentionally, sometimes not. […]
What Is Tor? How BotBlocker Detects and Blocks Connections from the Tor Network
The Tor network (The Onion Router) is a global system designed to provide privacy and anonymity online. While Tor is a crucial tool for activists, journalists, and those under surveillance, it’s also widely abused by attackers and bots to hide their identity and bypass security restrictions. How Does Tor Work? Tor routes user traffic through […]
What Is a Proxy? Types of Proxies and How BotBlocker Detects Them
A proxy is a server that acts as an intermediary between your device and the websites you visit. Instead of connecting directly, your traffic is routed through the proxy server, which forwards your requests and returns the responses. Why Are Proxies Used? Proxies are used for many legitimate and questionable purposes: At the same time, […]
What Is a VPN? How Virtual Private Networks Work and Why They Matter
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a technology that allows users to create a secure, encrypted connection to another network over the internet. VPNs are commonly used for privacy, bypassing geographic restrictions, and securing data on public networks. How Does a VPN Work? When you connect to a VPN, your device creates an encrypted “tunnel” […]