Understanding Website Blocking by Cloudflare: A Security Measure
Explains why users may be temporarily blocked when interacting with websites protected by Cloudflare's security service.
Websites employing Cloudflare's security services sometimes block visitors under specific circumstances to protect against malicious activities.
This action is usually triggered by actions such as submitting certain keywords, executing SQL commands, or inputting malformed data deemed suspicious by the security system.
When encountering a blocking message from Cloudflare, users should first determine what action led to being blocked.
Common causes include automated scraping scripts, excessive request rates, or attempts to exploit website vulnerabilities.
To resolve this issue without compromising your ability to access the desired content, you can directly reach out to the website owner through their contact page or any provided email address.
In your message, clearly state what action you were taking when the block occurred and provide the Cloudflare Ray ID visible at the bottom of the blocking page.
In most cases, website administrators have automated processes in place for such occurrences.
If the action leading to the block was unintentional or not malicious in nature, there's a chance that access will be restored promptly after the site owner reviews your request and deactivates any false positives in their security settings.