=== IPQualityScore Fraud Detection ===
Contributors: IPQualityScore
Donate link: https://www.ipqualityscore.com
Tags: fraud prevention, fraud detection, anti-fraud tools, chargeback, block proxies, block VPNs, disposable email, temporary email, email validation, email verification
Requires at least: 2.0
Tested up to: 4.9.6
Stable tag: 1.1
Requires PHP: 5.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

IPQualityScore Fraud Detection and Prevention Tools prevent malicious behavior and fraudulent activity featuring Proxy & VPN Detection & Email Address Verification.

== Description ==

IPQualityScore Fraud Detection and Prevention Tools prevent malicious behavior and fraudulent activity on your site. These features include Proxy & VPN Detection, Email Address Verification, Disposable Email Detection, and Device Fingerprinting. This plugin can work on any page of your site and supports WooCommerce transactions.

Block users hiding behind proxies, spoofed connections, and invalid email addresses. Automate quality control, prevent frequent abusers, and instantly improve your user quality!

= Validate Page Hits, Registrations, Logins, Comments, and Transactions =

Use the plugin settings to deploy fraud fighting tools on important parts of your WordPress site including all pages or specifically selected pages & posts. Validate page loads, user registrations, logins, and comments by checking if the user is behind a proxy or VPN connection, using an invalid email, or using a disposable email service. Additionally, score transactions through WooCommerce!

= Block Proxies & Anonymized Connections =

Accurately prevent and block low quality connections that are frequently used by abusers and malicious users. Minimize false-positives so your site's user experience is not negatively impacted.

= 5,000 FREE Lookups Per Month =

Perfect for sites and companies of all sizes, all IPQualityScore accounts get 5,000 FREE queries per month to evaluate our service and block fraudulent users.

= WooCommerce Order Support =

IPQualityScore's plugin optionally supports WooCommerce transactions to block or flag suspicious orders that are likely to result in a chargeback. Receive a Real-Time Fraud Score for each order based on billing and shipping details, IP reputation, device reputation, and similar factors which combines into a highly accurate risk profile.

= Prevent Fraudulent Behavior & Abuse =

* Fraud Prevention & Fraud Scoring
* The Most Accurate Proxy Detection Including VPN & Tor Detection
* Email Address Verification and Disposable Email Detection
* Device Fingerprinting - Detect Compromised and Spoofed Devices
* Machine Learning Algorithm Tailored to Your Audience
* Custom Rules, Whitelisting, & Blacklisting
* Email Alerts for Fraudulent Actions
* Supports WooCommerce Transactions
* 5,000 Free Queries Per Month

= Get a Free Account =

Protect your site from fraud and abuse, create a free account at [https://www.ipqualityscore.com/create-account](https://www.ipqualityscore.com/create-account "https://www.ipqualityscore.com/create-account") or register directly through the plugin!

= Third Party Services =

This plugin uses [https://developers.google.com/chart/ Google Charts] to display data in graphs, such as lookups, transactions, and score breakdowns.

== Installation ==

= Manual Installation (Use this method only if you are unable to install the plugin via the admin area) =
1. Download the IPQualityScore Fraud Detection plugin zip file.
2. Unzip and upload the 'IPQualityScore-Fraud-Detection' folder to the '/wp-content/plugins/' directory.
3. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
4. Login with your existing IPQS account credentials or create a new free account directly through the plugin.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How many free lookups can I perform per month? =

5,000 free queries per month are available to all users, every month!

= Can I customize the way this plugin interacts with my site and users? =

Yes, nearly every aspect of this plugin and our API service is adjustable through the plugin settings.

= Can I adjust the strictness level for Proxy Detection? =

Yes, under the "Global Strictness Setting" you can adjust how strict the Fraud Scoring and Proxy Detection algorithms will grade each request. Level "0" is the most lenient and level "5" is the strictest. Level "1" is recommended.

= Does this plugin really block Proxies, Bots, and VPNs?  =

Yes, IPQS provides the most accurate Proxy & VPN detection service which includes bot detection and compromised devices.

= Does this plugin also verify emails and detect disposable email services?  =

Yes, IPQS can detect the newest disposable and temporary email services as well as invalid emails, such as fake or suspended email addresses with the most common email providers.

= What happens if I exceed my free credit limits? =

Affordable premium plans that fit any sized site or business are available on our [https://www.ipqualityscore.com/plans plans] page. You can upgrade at any time and upgrades from one premium plan to a larger plan are pro-rated with a discount based on unused credits.

= Does this plugin work with WooCommerce? =
Yes, this plugin can work with WooCommerce to verify order quality. WooCommerce integration is optional. Please adjust the plugin settings to enable WooCommerce support.

== Screenshots ==

1. Partial snapshot of over 20 settings available to adjust the strictness and behavior of the plugin's anti-fraud services. More options are available further down the page. Over 20 customizable settings are available.
2. Fraud Score details for WooCommerce orders. WooCommerce integration is optional.

== Changelog ==

= 1.1 =
* Minor bug fixes and more user settings added.
= 1.0 =
* Plugin release, deploy anti-fraud tools directly on your WordPress site or WooCommerce store.