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CrowdSec vs IPBan: catalog facts
CrowdSec	IPBan
Free The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and…	Freemium The open-source version is free; IPBan Pro is a paid upgrade.
Windows, Linux	Windows, Linux, Self-hosted
Supports community intelligence and configurable detection scenarios.	Works on both Windows and Linux servers Blocks attackers automatically through the system firewall
Traffic blocking requires the appropriate enforcement integration.	Some features are reserved for the paid Pro edition Requires care with configuration to avoid blocking legitimate users
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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