> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.nyru.net/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. > Our DDoS protection system offers flexible configuration options for both Layer 4 (network layer) and Layer 7 (application layer) protection. These settings can be easily adjusted through our Firewall Panel to match your specific security requirements. # IP Protection Modes ## **Layer 4 Protection Modes** Layer 4 protection focuses on network protocol-level attacks (TCP, UDP, ICMP) and offers two operating modes: ### **Sensor Mode** * **Reactive Protection**: Activates full mitigation only when an attack is detected * **Low Latency**: Minimal impact on normal traffic during peacetime * **Quick Response**: Automatically engages filtering within 5 seconds of attack detection * **Resource Efficient**: Optimal for services sensitive to latency * **Smart Recovery**: Gradually returns to normal operation after attack subsides ### **Always-On Mode** * **Proactive Protection**: Continuously filters all incoming traffic * **Maximum Security**: Provides constant scrutiny of network packets * **Immediate Defense**: No activation delay since filtering is always active * **Consistent Performance**: Maintains steady protection level regardless of traffic patterns * **Advanced Protection**: Recommended for critical services or frequent attack targets ## **Layer 7 Protection Modes** Layer 7 protection targets application-level attacks (HTTP floods, slow loris, etc.) with similar operational options: ### **Sensor Mode** * **Threshold-Based**: Activates when abnormal HTTP request patterns are detected (You have to set it via Firewall Panel) * **Browser Validation**: Issues challenges only during suspected attacks * **Performance Focused**: Minimizes impact on legitimate web visitors * **Rapid Deployment**: Full protection engages within seconds of attack detection * **Adaptive Response**: Protection intensity scales with attack severity ### **Always-On Mode** * **Continuous Verification**: Every request undergoes validation * **Bot Prevention**: Consistently blocks automated attack tools * **Deep Inspection**: Examines request parameters and behaviors * **Persistent Protection**: Maintains defensive posture at all times * **Challenge-Response System**: May include CAPTCHAs, JavaScript, Button challenges for suspicious traffic ## **Configuration via Firewall Panel** All protection modes can be customized through your Firewall Panel: * Switch between modes with a single click for each protected IP * Set custom thresholds for Sensor Mode activation * Configure specific filtering rules for each protection layer * View real-time effectiveness of your current protection settings * Save different profiles for various scenarios Mode Pn