# Block VPN

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This feature will increase the user verification attempt count.
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VPNs and Proxies are good for anonymous usage, but in certain cases it can be used maliciously like circumventing bans or creating alternate accounts to bypass certain restrictions.

This is a common tactic to circumvent bans on Discord as bans are usually IP-based.

You can switch this function **ON (recommended) or OFF.**

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