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# Network submission

## **Overview**

Submit your network for DDoS protection by providing the required network details and documentation.

## **Instructions**

1. Access the Protected networks Page

   * In the **DDoS Protection** dashboard, click **Add protected network**.
   * This opens the network submission form.

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2. Complete the Required Fields
   * **Network (CIDR format)**
     * Enter your network in CIDR notation (for example, `198.51.100.0/24`).
     * Minimum prefix length: `/24`
     * Examples: `198.51.100.0/24`, `203.0.113.0/24`
   * **AS Number**
     * Enter your Autonomous System (AS) number.
     * Valid ranges: `1–65534`, `131072–4294967294`
     * Examples: `64512`, `200000`
   * **Letter of Authorization (LOA)**
     * Upload your LOA document in **PDF** format.
     * Maximum file size: **10 MB**.
     * The LOA must clearly confirm authorization for the submitted network.
3. Submit the network

   * Review the entered information.
   * Click **Add protected network** to submit your request.
   * You are redirected to the **Protected networks** page.

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4. Verify the submission status

   * Your newly submitted network appears in the list with the **Pending** status.

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     Note

     You will see the following message:

     Your request is pending approval by our NOC team. We will notify you by email once the network is approved and ready for configuration.
   </Note>

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<Note>
  Note

  * All fields are required.
  * Ensure your LOA document is accurate and up to date.
  * The network remains in **Pending** status until NOC approval.
</Note>
