> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://developers.argosidentity.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# VPN & Proxy
> Learn how to preemptively block risky IPs through Proxy & VPN detection and view detection results
When the [Proxy & VPN Detection](/dashboard/en/project-management/policy-and-authentication/anti-fraud-and-forgery-prevention) option is activated, you can view related details for each submission. This preemptively blocks submissions through specific IP ranges or private networks where forgery/alteration frequently occurs.
**How to Activate**
Activate the 'Proxy & VPN Detection' option in the [Project Management > Policy and Authentication > Authentication Enhancement and Forgery Prevention](/dashboard/en/project-management/policy-and-authentication/anti-fraud-and-forgery-prevention) menu.
## Viewable Information
| Item | Description |
| --------------- | ------------------------------------ |
| Submission Time | Time of submission attempt |
| Email Address | Submitter's email |
| Request ID | Unique request identifier |
| Detection Type | Proxy, VPN, TOR, etc. |
| Request IP | IP of submission attempt |
| Risk Score | IP-based risk score |
| Service Attempt | Whether service access was attempted |
| Country | IP-based country information |
| Connection Type | Connection method |
| Final Status | Block/Allow result |
The VPN & Proxy page is **read-only** and cannot be modified, unlike the detail page of the submission list.
### Benefits of Proxy & VPN Detection
Preemptively block dangerous IP ranges
Detect forgery/alteration attempts early to protect service
Prevent commercial abuse
Implement region-based access restriction policies
### Response Methods by Detection Type
| Detection Type | Risk Level | Recommended Response |
| ---------------- | ---------- | ---------------------------------------- |
| Proxy | Medium | Apply additional verification procedures |
| VPN | Medium | Apply additional verification procedures |
| Commercial VPN | High | Immediate block or enhanced verification |
| Hosting Provider | High | Automatic rejection processing |
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## Pre-verification Detail View
Click the **Status** button of each pre-verification item to view detailed information related to Proxy & VPN detection.
This function can significantly improve service security and reliability by preemptively blocking malicious IPs.
### Pre-verification Information
| Field | Description |
| --------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Request ID | Unique request value generated during identity verification attempt |
| Status | Pass/fail based on IP and related information |
| Risk Score | Score quantifying IP and related information |
| Connection Type | Residential/Mobile/Data Center |
| Request Date | Date of submission attempt |
| Country | IP-based country information |
| Subnet Attempt | Subnet submission attempt frequency (first occurrence/rare/very frequent) |
| Device and OS | Submission upload environment information |
### IP Anonymization Status
| Item | Description |
| --------- | ----------------------------------------- |
| **Proxy** | Whether the IP is suspected to be a proxy |
| **TOR** | Whether the IP uses TOR network |
| **VPN** | Whether the IP is suspected to be a VPN |
**Risk Level Order**: Risk level is higher in the order of TOR > VPN > Proxy. Establish appropriate response policies for each.
### IP Abuse History
| Item | Description |
| -------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| Recent Abuse | Whether there is recent abuse history from the IP |
| Abuse Rate | Frequency of abuse related to the IP |
| Bot Activity | Whether there is recent bot activity from the IP |
| Frequent Abuse | Whether there is frequent abuse history for the IP |
### Additional Information
| Item | Description |
| ------------------------------ | ------------------------------------ |
| Host | Host information |
| Internet Service Provider | ISP information |
| Autonomous System Number (ASN) | Unique autonomous system number |
| Region | IP-based region information |
| City/County/District | IP-based detailed region information |
| Time Zone | IP-based time zone information |
### Risk Score Interpretation Guide
| Score Range | Risk Level | Recommended Action |
| ----------- | ---------- | -------------------------------- |
| 0-30 | Low | Normal processing |
| 31-60 | Medium | Additional monitoring |
| 61-80 | High | Enhanced verification procedures |
| 81-100 | Very High | Immediate block recommended |
**Monitoring Tips**
* Regularly analyze IP abuse patterns to detect new threats early
* Minimize inconvenience for legitimate users by establishing whitelist policies
* Monitor access patterns by country
* Review false positive cases
* Establish exception policies for legitimate VPN users
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## Related Documentation
View device verification results.
Learn how to configure Proxy & VPN detection settings.
Manage submission list and view detailed information.
View overall service usage status.