You can lock directory with a password by using the cPanel Password Protected Directories option.

Here's how to use a blacklist to prevent an IP address from accessing your website

1. Log into your cPanel account.

2. In the Security section, click on the IP Blocker Icon.

3. Under Add an IP or Range, you should enter the IP Address you wish to block.

4. Click on the Add button.

Here is an Example:

Single IP Address: 192.168.0.1\
Range: 192.168.0.1-192.168.0.40\
Implied Range: 192.168.0.1-40\
CIDR Format: 192.168.0.1/32\
Implies 10...* -- 192.

Updated on: 13/02/2023