Does the addon affect performance?
No, quite the opposite! The cache system improves performance by up to 80%. It reduces database load by 98%.
Will it harm SEO?
No! If "Protect Bots" is enabled, Google and other search engines are never blocked. SEO is protected.
Will real users be affected?
No! If "Protect Members" is enabled, registered members are never affected. Captcha (Soft) mode is best for guests.
Is it compatible with Cloudflare?
Yes! Cloudflare IPs are automatically whitelisted. Real user IP is correctly detected.
Is Redis/APCu required?
No, but highly recommended. If not available, file cache is used (still fast).
Can I test on localhost?
Yes! Enable "Protect Localhost" setting. Use Q&A captcha (HCaptcha/ReCaptcha don't work on localhost).
Does it conflict with existing rate limiter?
No, it doesn't conflict with XenForo's built-in rate limiter. They can work together.
Which cache system should I use?
It's automatically selected: Redis (best) → APCu → File Cache. No manual selection needed.
What should the threshold value be?
Small forum: 80-100, Medium forum: 100-150, Large forum: 150-200, Under DDoS: 50
Which protection mode should I choose?
Captcha (Soft) is ideal for most forums. Balanced protection + best user experience.
What should auto-ban threshold be?
10-15 is safe. Below 5 is risky (false positives).
How long should ban duration be?
60 seconds (1 minute) is user-friendly. 300 seconds (5 minutes) is balanced.
How do I get support?
You can get professional support at
XenTR | XenForo Add-ons and Styles