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title: "Manage Datasource Restrictions"
canonical: "https://support.appfire.com/space/DHDC/2802650559/Manage%20Datasource%20Restrictions"
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> Manage global restrictions for datasources

## Overview

Learn how to fine-tune your instance to have the best performance, based on your unique way of working.

## Allowlist

Control where your data comes from with three levels of restriction: **Disabled** (no restrictions), **Internal Only** (block all external sources), and **Allowlist** (permit only approved domains).  
Ideal for securing data access in environments that require strict control over external connections.

![allowlist.png](media://8dd99c1e-0567-4841-8aa2-cf1c30a6c788)

Read everything you need to know in the dedicated page: [https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DHDC/pages/2802650704](https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DHDC/pages/2802650704) 

## Restrict Datasource Creation

Control who can create datasources across your organization. Restrict creation to specific users or groups to prevent unauthorized connections. Ideal for maintaining **governance and reducing the risk of exposing sensitive data.**

![restrict_datasource_creation.png](media://2462e7d9-2fa3-4e23-8099-2399e2f15632)

Read everything you need to know in the dedicated page: [https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DHDC/pages/2802650753](https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DHDC/pages/2802650753) 

## Restrict Owner View Mode

By default, datasources like “This Jira Instance” use the Owner view mode, where the gadget uses the dashboard owner’s permissions to load data, ensuring a consistent view for all users viewing the dashboard. If you enable this restriction, the **Owner view mode will be replaced by the Viewer mode**. 

Then, gadgets will display data according to the permissions of the person viewing the dashboard. Users without access to certain fields/projects **will not see restricted data**. Read more about[ Viewing Modes here](https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DHDC/pages/2802649864/Learn+about+datasources#Datasource-Viewing-Modes).

This configuration reduces the risk of unauthorized visibility. And it’s important to note that it does **not** apply to datasources using credentials (e.g., password or token).

## See also

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