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Removing an IP listed in CSS

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Removing an IP listed in CSS

CSS listings expire quickly: normally, three days after last spam detection.

  • It allows fast, no-questions-asked removals – within limits – but it also re-lists IPs quickly if there is re-detection.
  • De-listing should begin at the IP and Domain Reputation Checker. Follow the links from there.

Whatever caused the problem must be identified and corrected before removing an IP from CSS.

  • CSS will allow the removal of an IP, but it will also re-list it immediately if a problem continues to be detected.
  • Self-removals are limited.

IMPORTANT: The reputation of any associated domains should also be checked using the IP and Domain Reputation Checker: Domain and IP reputations are related.

The ‘Hacked? Here’s Help FAQ’ offers a great deal of information on how to deal with various reasons for CSS listings.

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