Getting Started
7 Security Myths Small Business Owners Still Believe
"We are too small to target." "We have nothing worth stealing." "Our IT guy handles security." Debunking the beliefs that get small businesses breached.
6 min read
Guides & Articles
Step-by-step cybersecurity guides written for small business owners. No jargon, no enterprise tools you cannot afford — just practical advice you can use today.
Policies & Planning
Test Your Incident Response Plan: A 90-Minute Tabletop Exercise
An untested plan is not a plan. How to run a simple tabletop exercise that reveals every gap in your incident response — before attackers do.
7 min read
Policies & Planning
Building a Security-Aware Culture (Without the Eye-Rolling)
Five minutes a month beats one hour a year. How to make security part of daily conversation — without making everyone hate you.
7 min read
Getting Started
Your First 30 Days of Cybersecurity: A Day-by-Day Plan
Starting from zero. A realistic 30-day plan for small business owners. What to do each day — and what you can safely skip.
8 min read
Threats
Supply Chain Attacks: Your Vendors Are a Backdoor Into Your Business
You might have perfect security. Your payroll provider might not. How to assess vendor risk and protect your data from third-party breaches.
7 min read
Threats
Inside a Ransomware Negotiation: What Actually Happens
Based on interviews with incident responders. The real negotiation process, whether to pay, and the aftermath nobody talks about.
8 min read
Threats
The Real Cost of a Data Breach for a 10-Person Company
IBM says the average breach costs $4.88M. That is useless for you. Line-by-line breakdown of what a breach actually costs a small business.
7 min read
Policies & Planning
Is Your IT Provider Actually Keeping You Safe? 10 Questions to Ask
Most small businesses trust their MSP completely and never verify. Here is how to audit your IT provider without being a jerk about it.
7 min read
Policies & Planning
Write a Cybersecurity Policy This Afternoon — Free Template
Most small businesses skip the security policy because they think it needs a lawyer. Copy this 5-section template and fill in the brackets.
8 min read
Getting Started
Small Business Security on a $0 Budget: Real Tools That Work
Spent 6 months testing free security tools with real businesses. Here are the 7 that actually work — and the ones you should skip.
7 min read
Threats
Business Email Compromise: Stop CEO Fraud & Wire Transfer Scams
The FBI calls BEC the most expensive cybercrime — $2.7 billion in losses. Learn how attackers impersonate executives and vendors, and the one policy that stops it.
9 min read
Tools & Tech
DMARC, SPF & DKIM: Stop Email Spoofing in 30 Minutes
Anyone can send email that looks like it came from your domain. Three free DNS records stop this. Step-by-step for Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.
8 min read
Compliance
PCI DSS Compliance for Small Business: What You Actually Need to Do
If you accept credit cards, PCI DSS applies to you. But for most small businesses, compliance is far simpler than it sounds — especially if you use Stripe or PayPal.
8 min read
Hardware & Services
Physical Security Guide: Locks, Cameras & Access Control
The best firewall means nothing if someone can walk into your office. Server room locks, security cameras, visitor policies, and device security for small business.
7 min read
Tools & Tech
Social Media Security: Stop Hackers from Hijacking Your Brand
A hacked Instagram or Facebook Business account can destroy years of brand building. Audit your admins, enable MFA, and claim your brand on every platform.
7 min read
Tools & Tech
Cloud & SaaS Security: Protect Your Business from Account Takeover & Shadow IT
Your business runs on 40-60 SaaS apps — many of which you have forgotten about. Lock them down with MFA, SSO, sharing controls, and a proper offboarding process.
9 min read
Tools & Tech
Mobile Device Security for Small Business: BYOD Policy & Protection
Your team has company email, Slack, and shared files in their pockets. One lost phone can expose everything. Here is how to lock it down — with a one-page BYOD policy template.
8 min read
Threats
Social Engineering: How Attackers Trick Your Team (Beyond Email)
Phone scams, fake invoices, tailgating, USB drops — some of the most damaging attacks on small businesses do not involve email at all. Learn the tactics and how to defend against them.
8 min read
Tools & Tech
Small Business Website Security: A Practical Guide for 2026
Your website is your digital storefront — and it is under constant automated attack. Here is how to lock it down with SSL, updates, WAF, backups, and monitoring.
9 min read
Getting Started
Small Business Backup Strategy: A Step-by-Step Setup Guide for 2026
Stop worrying about ransomware and data loss. Exactly what to back up, which tools to use, how to set it all up — and most importantly, how to make sure your backups actually work.
9 min read
Policies & Planning
Employee Security Training: A 30-Minute Program That Actually Works
Most security training puts people to sleep. Here is a ready-to-use training session — complete with script, real examples, and a follow-up plan — that your team will actually remember.
8 min read
Hardware & Services
Essential Security Hardware for Small Business: The 2026 Buying Guide
From YubiKeys to firewalls to backup NAS — exactly what security hardware your small business needs, with specific product recommendations and three budget tiers.
10 min read
Hardware & Services
Security Services for Small Business: What to Outsource in 2026
MDR, security training, vulnerability scanning, email gateways, pentesting — a practical guide to which services are worth paying for and what to skip.
11 min read
Getting Started
Small Business Security Audit: The Complete DIY Checklist for 2026
A comprehensive 46-point checklist covering passwords, network, backups, devices, cloud accounts, and employee practices. Do your own security audit — no consultants required.
12 min read
Tools & Tech
AI-Powered Security Tools for Small Business: 2026 Guide
AI is making enterprise-grade security accessible and affordable for small businesses. Discover the best AI tools for threat detection, email filtering, and automated response.
10 min read
Tools & Tech
VPN vs Zero Trust: What Small Businesses Should Use in 2026
Traditional VPNs are no longer the best answer for remote access. Learn why zero trust is replacing VPNs and how to set it up for free with Cloudflare.
7 min read
Getting Started
Cybersecurity 101 for Small Business Owners: The Complete Guide
Everything you need to know to protect your small business from cyber threats. Explained in plain English — no technical background required. Covers passwords, 2FA, backups, phishing, and more.
8 min read
Policies & Planning
Cyber Insurance for Small Business: Do You Need It in 2026?
What cyber insurance actually covers, how much it costs for small businesses, and how to qualify for coverage. A straightforward guide with no insurance jargon.
8 min read
Threats
How to Spot a Phishing Email: A Guide for Non-Technical Teams
90% of cyberattacks begin with a phishing email. Learn the 7 red flags your employees need to check before clicking any link or opening an attachment.
6 min read
Tools & Tech
The 10 Best Free Security Tools Every Small Business Should Use
You do not need an enterprise budget to protect your business. From password managers to antivirus and backup — these free tools cover all the essentials.
10 min read
Policies & Planning
Securing Remote Workers: A Practical Guide for Small Teams
Remote work does not have to mean security gaps. VPN alternatives, device policies, and simple steps to protect your data when your team works from home.
7 min read
Threats
Ransomware Protection: What Small Businesses Need to Know
Ransomware can destroy a small business overnight. Learn how it works, how to prevent it, and what to do if you are attacked — including backup strategies that actually work.
9 min read