# Geoblocking

**Geoblocking** allows you to control which countries can access your content through the [Medianova Control Panel](https://cloud.medianova.com).\
By enabling this feature, you can restrict or allow requests based on the visitor’s geographic origin, helping you comply with regional policies and protect your digital assets.

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Geoblocking operates at the CDN edge, preventing unauthorized access before requests reach your origin server.
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#### Why Use Geoblocking?

Use **Geoblocking** to manage access and enforce content distribution policies efficiently:

* **Compliance and licensing** – Restrict access to regions where content rights do not apply.
* **Dynamic pricing models** – Apply different pricing or service availability by country.
* **Security enhancement** – Block known high-risk regions or malicious traffic.
* **Content optimization** – Focus delivery to target markets, reducing unnecessary traffic.

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Combine Geoblocking with **IP Restriction** for granular, IP-based exceptions within approved countries.
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### How to Configure Geoblocking

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Log in to the **Medianova Control Panel**.
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Go to **CDN → CDN Resources** and select the resource you want to manage.
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Open the **Security** tab.
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Enable the **Geoblocking** toggle.
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From the country list:

* Drag or select countries to the **Whitelist** (allowed).
* Drag or select countries to the **Blacklist** (blocked).
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Click **Save Changes** to apply your configuration.
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(Optional) Add specific IP exceptions under **IP Restriction** for fine-tuned control.

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You cannot whitelist and blacklist the same country simultaneously.
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