Proxy & VPN Blocker
Block VPNs, proxies, Tor, and spam on WordPress. Strengthen security and stop fake users with smart IP blocking via proxycheck.io.
Solid choice
Proxy & VPN Blocker is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 3.8/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Proxy & VPN Blocker stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| proxy blocker | #1 |
| security | >100 |
| spam protection | >100 |
| tor blocker | #1 |
| vpn blocker | #1 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 3.8 from 33 reviews
About Proxy & VPN Blocker
From the official readme · v3.6.0Description
Block VPNs, Proxies, Tor & Spam – Strengthen Your WordPress Security
Proxy & VPN Blocker is a complete WordPress security plugin designed to protect your site from anonymous and abusive traffic.
It functions as a powerful VPN blocker, proxy blocker, and Tor blocker, preventing unwanted visitors, spam bots, and fake users from accessing your site.
Using the trusted proxycheck.io API, it detects connections from VPNs, open proxies, Tor nodes, and compromised servers — giving you real-time protection without slowing down your site.
Perfect for login, registration, comments, or any page you want to secure, Proxy & VPN Blocker also includes smart spam protection, geoblocking, and IP logging to help you stay in control of who can access your WordPress site.
Whether you’re running a blog, store, or membership site, this plugin helps keep out fake users, block risky regions, and stop automated spam attempts before they start.
Key Features
- Powerful WordPress security plugin – blocks VPNs, proxies, Tor, Mysterium nodes, and compromised servers in real time
- Country blocking & geoblocking – allow or deny traffic by country or region with flexible IP-based controls
- Supports IP ranges, CIDRs, specific IPs, and ASNs for precise network-level blocking
- Optionally use proxycheck.io’s Risk Score for smarter VPN and proxy detection decisions
- Built-in API Key Statistics with live usage graphs and daily query totals
- Visitor Action Log – view blocked IPs, detection reason, and plugin response directly in your dashboard
- Caches known good IPs to reduce API usage and improve performance
- Works seamlessly with both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
- Compatible with Cloudflare and other CDN headers for accurate IP detection
- Block access to Login, Registration, Admin, Comments, or any page/post easily
- Customize the “Access Denied” message or redirect visitors to a specific page
- Log registration and recent login IPs in the Users list and profile – linked to proxycheck.io’s Threats page
- Manage proxycheck.io Whitelist and Blacklist directly from WordPress
- Simple integration via WordPress Editor and Toolbar for page-level protection
- Lightweight, fast, and built to complement other security plugins
And much more available in Proxy & VPN Blocker Premium!
The proxycheck.io API
This Plugin can be used without a proxycheck.io API key, but it will be limited to 100 daily queries to the API. To enhance the capabilities, you can obtain a free API key from proxycheck.io, which allows for 1,000 free daily queries, making it suitable for small WordPress sites.
Here’s an overview of the free and paid API options:
- Without an API key (100 queries/day)
- With a free API key (1,000 queries/day – ideal for small sites)
- With a paid API key (10,000 to over 10 million queries/day)
Your API key can be used across all of your sites and apps, you only need a proxycheck.io plan that fits your overall needs.
User IP Logging Feature
Proxy & VPN Blocker allows for local logging of user registration IP addresses. The IP addresses are displayed next to each user in the Users list and on their profile pages, visible to administrators. The Plugin also logs the most recent login IP address for each user, which is also displayed in the User’s list and profile page, with the IP address linked to the proxycheck.io Threats page.
Caching Plugin Notice
If you’re using caching plugins (like WP Rocket or WP Super Cache), IP-based page blocking might not function correctly due to static caching. A DONOTCACHEPAGE option is available to help mitigate this issue.
Privacy & GDPR Compliance
To check IP addresses, the plugin sends them to the proxycheck.io API. No personally identifiable information (PII) beyond the IP is transmitted. For details, refer to proxycheck.io’s privacy notice and GDPR Compliance for further information.
Disclaimer
This Plugin is not developed by proxycheck.io despite being recommended by them.
- For plugin-related support, please use the WordPress.org support forum.
- For API or account questions, contact proxycheck.io directly.
- The proxycheck.io logo is used with express permission.
Installation
Installing “Proxy & VPN Blocker” can be done either by searching for “Proxy & VPN Blocker” via the “Plugins > Add New” screen in your WordPress dashboard, or by using the following steps:
- Download the Plugin via WordPress.org
- Upload the ZIP file through the ‘Plugins > Add New > Upload’ screen in your WordPress dashboard
- Activate the Plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
Frequently asked questions
What is proxycheck.io and how does it work?
proxycheck.io is a reliable API that detects visitors using VPNs, proxies, Tor, or other anonymizing networks. Proxy & VPN Blocker connects to this API to check each visitor’s IP in real time, helping you block VPN users, proxies, or spam bots before they can access your WordPress site.
How do I block all VPNs and proxies across my WordPress site?
In the settings, enable “Block on all pages.” This option tells Proxy & VPN Blocker to check every page view for proxy or VPN traffic. ⚠️ Note: Using this feature may increase API usage significantly and may not work well with caching plugins (see below).
Why isn’t Proxy & VPN Blocker blocking VPNs when caching plugins are active?
If you use caching plugins like WP Rocket, WP Super Cache, or W3 Total Cache, they may serve static pages that bypass the plugin’s IP detection. To fix this, enable the Add DONOTCACHEPAGE Headers option under PVB Settings > Page Caching. This ensures proxy and VPN checks always run correctly.
How can I unblock myself if I accidentally blocked my country or region?
No worries! Upload a text file named disablepvb.txt to your WordPress root directory. When this file exists, Proxy & VPN Blocker will skip proxycheck.io requests, allowing you to log in and adjust your blocking rules. After fixing your settings, delete the file to re-enable protection.
Can I use the plugin without a proxycheck.io API key?
Yes. The plugin can function without an API key, but you’ll be limited to 100 daily queries. For more reliable protection, register for a free proxycheck.io API key, which gives you 1,000 daily queries. Paid plans provide 10,000+ per day for larger sites.
Does Proxy & VPN Blocker log user IPs?
Yes. The plugin optionally logs registration and recent login IP addresses, displayed in the WordPress Users list and profile pages. Each IP is linked to proxycheck.io’s Threats page for detailed insights. This feature helps you identify suspicious or abusive users at a glance.
Is Proxy & VPN Blocker GDPR compliant?
Yes. Only visitor IPs are transmitted to proxycheck.io for lookup, no personally identifiable data. See proxycheck.io Privacy Policy and GDPR Compliance for details.
Is this plugin made by proxycheck.io?
No, this plugin is developed independently but is officially recommended by proxycheck.io. For plugin support, use the WordPress.org support forum. For API or account support, contact proxycheck.io directly.
Changelog
3.6.0 2026-07-03
- New: Export Action Log to CSV – one-click download of all blocked IP data from the Action Log page
- Now using June 24th 2026 proxycheck.io v3 API Version (Now no longer BETA).
3.5.9 2026-06-08
- Security: Resolved output escaping issues flagged in security audit.
- Security: Improved sanitisation across user profile display output.
- Other minor code improvements
- Updated links to documentation.
3.5.8 2026-03-05
- Minor correction for compatibility with the updated Plugin Loader for new installations. current installations will not be affected by this.
- Changed to proxycheck.io V3 API 11th February 2026 Version
3.5.7 2026-01-23
- Further Fixes for user table IP display
3.5.6 2026-01-19
- Fixes for user table IP display
3.5.5 2026-01-18
- Users list now searchable/filterable by IP Address so you can find users who may be using the same IP.
- Switched to newer 10th of November proxycheck.io API v3 Version.
- Removed redundant Days selector from the Advanced tab of Settings.
- Minor improvement made to cache buster option.
- Removed debug code.
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Proxy & VPN Blocker: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 1, 2026
Is Proxy & VPN Blocker free?
Yes. Proxy & VPN Blocker is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Proxy & VPN Blocker safe to use in 2026?
Proxy & VPN Blocker is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 3.8/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Proxy & VPN Blocker?
Proxy & VPN Blocker is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 133,210 times since it launched in December 2017. It was downloaded 640 times in the last 30 days.
Does Proxy & VPN Blocker work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Proxy & VPN Blocker up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.
What PHP version does Proxy & VPN Blocker need?
Proxy & VPN Blocker requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Proxy & VPN Blocker last updated?
The latest version, 3.6.0, was released on August 20, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes Proxy & VPN Blocker?
Proxy & VPN Blocker is developed and maintained by Proxy & VPN Blocker.
What are the best alternatives to Proxy & VPN Blocker?
The most popular alternatives to Proxy & VPN Blocker are Fense Block Vpn & Proxy (80+ installs) and Predax Security (<10 installs).
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