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Timesheet Tracker by Decisive Plugins is a lightweight and powerful WordPress plugin that lets you block or allow visitors based on their country. Whether you need to stop spam, reduce unwanted traffic, or comply with regional restrictions, this plugin gives you full control over who can access your site.

Key Features

Country Blocking – Deny access to specific countries with ease.
Allowlist Mode – Instead of blocking, you can only allow traffic from trusted regions.
Lightweight & Fast – Built with efficiency in mind, it won’t slow down your site.
Security Focused – Adds an extra layer of protection against malicious traffic.
Simple Setup – Install, configure, and activate in minutes—no coding required.

Perfect For

Website owners dealing with spam or bot traffic.
Businesses needing to restrict access to certain countries.
Anyone looking for a simple but effective geo-blocking solution.

Installation Instructions for Country Gate
by Decisive Plugins

Option 1: Install from WordPress Plugin Repository

In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New.
In the search bar, type Country Gate by Decisive Plugins.
Click Install Now next to the plugin.
After installation, click Activate.

Option 2: Install via Upload (Manual Installation)

Download the plugin ZIP file: country-gate-DP.zip.
In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
Click Choose File, select country-gate-DP.zip, and click Install Now.
Once installed, click Activate Plugin.

Configure Settings

After activation, go to Settings → Country Gate in your WordPress admin menu.
Choose your Mode:
- Blocklist Mode – Block selected countries from accessing your site.
- Allowlist Mode – Only allow selected countries to access your site.
Select the countries you want to block or allow.
Click Save Changes.

Test Your Setup

Use a VPN or online geo-location tester to confirm the rules work correctly.
Adjust your settings if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Country Gate by Decisive Plugins

Q: What does DDS Country Gate do?
A: DDS Country Gate allows you to block or allow website visitors based on their country. It’s perfect for reducing spam, protecting your site from unwanted traffic, and meeting regional access requirements.

Q: Will this plugin slow down my site?
A: No. DDS Country Gate is lightweight and optimized for performance. It uses efficient lookups to determine visitor location without affecting your site’s speed.

Q: How does the plugin know which country a visitor is from?
A: The plugin checks the visitor’s IP address against a trusted geo-location database to identify their country.

Q: Can I use it to only allow certain countries instead of blocking?
A: Yes. The plugin has two modes: Blocklist (deny listed countries) and Allowlist (only allow listed countries). You can switch between them anytime.

Q: Do I need to configure anything after installation?
A: After activating the plugin, go to Settings → DDS Country Gate. From there, you can select which countries to block or allow and save your preferences.

Q: What happens when someone from a blocked country tries to visit my site?
A: Blocked visitors will see a simple access-denied page instead of your website.

Q: Can I customize the “Access Denied” message?
A: Currently, the plugin shows a default message. Customization options are planned for future updates.

Q: Is this plugin compatible with the latest WordPress and PHP versions?
A: Yes. DDS Country Gate follows WordPress coding standards and is tested with the latest versions of WordPress and PHP.

Q: Will this plugin affect my SEO?
A: No. Blocking countries does not negatively impact your search engine rankings. Search engine crawlers are not affected unless specifically blocked.