Lock It Down: Why IP Restrictions Matter for Document Security
In the age of hybrid work, cloud apps, and BYOD (bring your own device) setups, the classic question comes up again and again: How do you make your sensitive documents accessible — but not too accessible?
One of the simplest and most effective ways is IP restriction. That’s why we’re excited to share that Folderit now supports IP Whitelisting for your accounts and sub-accounts.
What Are IP Restrictions, Really?
Put simply, IP restrictions allow you to control where your users can log in from.
Imagine you trust that people working on your documents do so from the office, or through your company VPN. But what happens if someone tries to log in from an untrusted device on a public network? Even with secure SSL connections, credentials can be misused if an attacker gets hold of them… from anywhere in the world.
IP restriction blocks that door before it even opens.
Why This Matters
A strong password policy is a must. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds another layer. But for organizations with especially sensitive data — like financial records, government documents, or confidential contracts — locking access to trusted networks is an extra layer of control.
It’s simple: If an IP address isn’t on your list, the system won’t even accept the login attempt.
Think of it as a security guard at the gate, checking IDs before anyone even reaches the front door.
Practical Use Cases
- Companies with fixed office locations. Only allow logins from your main office IP range or your branch locations. No more remote logins from unknown places.
- Organizations using company VPNs. Extend trusted access to remote teams — but only if they’re connected through your VPN. If someone’s device is compromised outside your network, the risk is contained.
- Government, legal, or finance sectors. If you’re subject to strict compliance frameworks, IP restrictions can demonstrate you’ve taken concrete steps to limit unauthorized or risky remote access.
- Temporary projects. Set up a whitelist for a project team, contractor, or external audit. When the project is done, remove or adjust the allowed IPs — without changing any other permissions.
Not Just Security — Peace of Mind
IP Whitelisting doesn’t replace your other security measures. It’s another practical barrier that works well with Folderit’s 256-bit AES encryption, audit trails, custom permissions, and 2FA.
If you’ve ever worried about password leaks, phishing, or people reusing credentials across services — IP restriction reduces the blast radius. Even if credentials were stolen, they’d be useless outside your trusted networks.
Available Now — Flexible for Sub-Accounts
The best part? You don’t have to apply the same rule to all your companies, if you have multiple branches.
In Folderit, you can enable IP restrictions only for the selected companies or sub-accounts if you manage multiple entities under one umbrella. This means you can tighten controls where they’re needed most, while keeping flexibility where trusted mobile or field access is still required.
Your Documents. Your Rules.
Folderit has always been about keeping your documents secure, organized, and accessible — but only to the right people, in the right way. With IP restrictions, you now have one more practical tool to make sure that happens.
If you already know which networks you trust — you’re just a few clicks away from adding another layer of protection.
Ready to lock it down?
Explore IP Whitelisting in your account today and keep your information exactly where it belongs!
