Improve explanation of reverse proxy benefits

Clarified the importance of using a reverse proxy for securing API access.
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Adam Outler
2026-02-12 14:51:27 -05:00
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Using a proxy to secure API access with TLS or IP limiting.
**Why is this important?**
The backend API (`:20212`) is powerful. The backend has more capabilities than the Web UI which is a safer, and password-protectable interface. By using a reverse proxy to **limit sources** (e.g., allowing only your Home Assistant server's IP), you ensure that only trusted devices can talk to your backend.
The backend API (`:20212`) is powerful—more so than the Web UI, which is a safer, password-protectable interface. By using a reverse proxy to **limit sources** (e.g., allowing only your Home Assistant server's IP), you ensure that only trusted devices can talk to your backend.
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