Set up IP Access for Location-Based Reading

An IP-based subscription allows readers to access your content without logging in, as long as they are connected to a predefined IP address or IP range. Instead of verifying a user account, Prenly checks the reader’s network location and automatically grants access.

What is it used for?

IP-based subscriptions are useful when multiple people should be able to access your content from the same location without creating individual user accounts.

Common use cases include:

• Libraries
• Schools and universities
• Offices and newsrooms
• Hotels and other public spaces

Because access is based on the network rather than individual accounts, there is no limit to the number of readers who can access the content at the same time from an approved IP address.

How is it implemented?

To activate an IP-based subscription, simply send us the IP address or IP range that should be granted access.

Once we receive the information, we will:

• Configure the IP address in Prenly.
• Connect the appropriate subscription package(s).
• Activate access for the specified network.

After the setup is complete, readers connected to the approved network can access the included content without signing in.

Be aware: 

• Access is only available while the reader is connected to an approved network. If they leave the network, access is removed until they reconnect. 
• There is no limit to the number of simultaneous users connected from an approved IP address or IP range.

If you would like to activate IP-based subscriptions, have questions about the setup, or would like pricing information, please contact hello@prenly.com.