Introduction 

Explore the advanced features of VIDIZMO through its latest release, "Custom Headers." This new feature enhances the security of your portal by enabling users to easily add, modify, and delete headers based on their specific security needs. Our comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions to help you maximize the benefits of Custom Headers within VIDIZMO, allowing you to strengthen the security of your platform effectively.


Accessing the Custom Headers Screen 

Follow these instructions to access the Custom Headers screen within VIDIZMO's Control Panel:

  1. Click on the navigation menu.
  2. Expand the "Admin" tab.
  3. Select "Control Panel" to open the Control Panel page.




  1. Expand the "Security" tab.
  2. Finally, click on "Custom Headers" to access the Custom Headers screen.



Understanding Pre-configured Headers

Users can access a list of pre-configured headers within the Custom Headers screen. To utilize these pre-configured headers, you can easily do so by inputting their designated key-value pairs from the provided list. To further assist users, the corresponding Actions for each pre-configured header are clearly defined.


Note: The pre-configured headers provided in this system offer essential security measures and cannot be modified or removed, ensuring robust application security and data protection. 



Adding Custom Headers 

To add a custom header, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Custom Headers screen. Enter the key and value for the custom header on the designated fields.
  2. Click on "Add to List" to include the custom header.


 

  1. Finally, click  "Update" to add the custom header to the list.


Note: Before proceeding, it is important to fully comprehend the purpose and potential implications of adding the custom header. It is advisable to consult with your security team or refer to relevant security guidelines for guidance.





Editing an Existing Custom Header 

To edit an existing custom header, please follow these steps:

  1. Locate the header you wish to modify within the Custom Headers screen.
  2. Click on the "Edit" button associated with the header. Modify the name or value of the header according to your requirements.


 

  1. Once you have made the necessary changes, click the Tick button to confirm and update the header.
  2. Ensure the changes are saved by clicking the "Update" button.


Note: The following steps are for editing user-input custom headers only, not for modifying or removing the pre-configured headers provided in the system.


 

Deleting Headers

To remove a custom header, please follow these steps:

  1. Access the Custom Headers screen and locate the specific header you intend to remove.
  2. Click on the "Delete" button associated with that header to initiate its removal.
  3. Ensure the changes are saved by clicking the "Update" button.


Note: Exercise caution and ensure that you are confident in your decision to delete the header. Understand the potential implications this action may have on your portal's security and functionality. Proceed with the removal only when you are fully aware of the consequences.


 


Testing and Verifying Headers 

After configuring the custom headers, it is essential to test and verify their effectiveness. Follow these steps to perform testing:

  1. Right-click on the webpage and select "Inspect" to open the browser's developer tools.


  1. In the developer tools panel, click on the "Network" tool.
  2. Navigate to the "Headers" section within the network tool.
  3. Verify that the added header is present in the Header section, confirming its inclusion in the requests and responses.

To confirm that the custom headers are properly set up and functioning as intended, follow these steps. This testing process will verify the presence and functionality of the added header in the network.


 

To enhance security, you can effectively utilize the Custom Headers feature in VIDIZMO by following these steps. Whether using pre-configured headers or creating custom ones to suit your specific security requirements, it's crucial to exercise caution and fully comprehend the implications of each header. 

For a better understanding of the feature, please refer to our article Enhancing Security with Custom Headers in VIDIZMO.