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# IP protection in courses

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**IP protection** is a security feature in **Courses Plus** that helps prevent account sharing, infringement, and misuse. This ensures that student accounts are used fairly and as intended.

 **How it works**

* When enabled, IP protection limits the number of unique IP addresses a student can use within their account.
* If a student exceeds the allowed number of IP addresses, the administrator will receive a notification via email.
* The default limit is set to 15 IP addresses per student, considering that some internet providers frequently change IP addresses.

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**How to enable IP protection**

1. Navigate to  Courses Plus app in Shopify.
2. Go to **Settings > IP protection**.
3. Check the box for **Allow IP protection**.
4. Adjust  allowed number of IP addresses if necessary.
5. Click **Save** to apply the changes.

**Best Practices**

* Keep the limit at **15 or higher** to accommodate dynamic IP changes.
* Monitor notifications for potential account misuse.
* Adjust the settings based on student access needs.