Can I restrict access to my origin server based on Cloudflare IPv4 addresses?

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Can I restrict access to my origin server based on Cloudflare IPv4 addresses?
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Yes, you can configure your origin server to only accept traffic from Cloudflare's IPv4 address ranges. This is a security best practice, as it prevents direct access to your server and ensures all traffic passes through Cloudflare's security features. Be sure to regularly update the list of permitted IPs as Cloudflare's ranges change.