How to Set Up Geolocation Rules to Block or Redirect Users Based on Country

The Geolocation rules feature in the GEOLocation module allows you to control access to your store based on a visitor's country. You can use these rules to:

• Block users from specific countries.
• Redirect visitors from selected countries to another URL.
• Set different languages and currencies for customers from different regions.

This functionality helps store owners comply with legal regulations, prevent unwanted traffic, and optimize the shopping experience for customers in various locations.

How to set up a Geolocation rule

To create a new Geolocation rule, follow these steps:

Step 1: Access the Geolocation Rules section

• Log in to your PrestaShop Back Office.
• Navigate to Modules Manager and find the GEOLocation module.
• Click on Configure to access the module settings.
• Open the Rules tab.

Step 2: Add a new rule

• Click on the “Add new” button.
• Configure the settings based on your needs (blocking users, redirecting, or setting specific languages/currencies).
• Click Save to apply the rule.

Example 1: Blocking visitors from a specific country

Let’s say you want to block all users from Algeria from accessing your store.

• Click “Add New” in the Geolocation rules section.
• Select countries: Choose Algeria from the country list.
• Enable blocking: Check the box for “Block all users from the selected countries”.
• Click Save to apply the rule.

Now, any visitors from Algeria will see a blocking message when they try to access your website.

📝 Tip: You can customize the blocking message in the Messages tab to provide a clear explanation to users.

Example 2: Redirecting visitors to another URL

Instead of blocking users, you can redirect them to another page (e.g., a country-specific website or an informational page).

• Click “Add New” in the Geolocation rules section.
• Select countries: Choose Algeria from the country list.
• Enable redirection: Enter the URL where you want to redirect visitors.
• Click Save to apply the rule.

Now, any visitors from Algeria will be automatically redirected to the specified URL when they try to visit your store.

The Geolocation rules feature is a powerful tool to manage visitor access, improve user experience, and comply with regulations. Whether you want to block visitors, redirect them, or customize their shopping experience, these settings help you control your store's traffic efficiently.