Cybersecurity on a budget: free tools to protect your small business

Running a small business today is like playing chess in the middle of a thunderstorm. You’ve got customers to serve, bills to pay, competitors breathing down your neck—and now cybercriminals too?

But before you panic and think you need to cough up millions to defend your data, here’s the good news: you can tighten up your defenses without breaking the bank.

As a business development, cybersecurity, and digital transformation company, we help brands thrive while staying secure. So today, we’re handing you the keys to top-tier security tools that cost absolutely nothing.

1Password (Free Personal Plan)

1Password offers a free personal plan for students and a 14-day free trial for others—more than enough time to set your team on the right path. For solopreneurs or micro teams, it’s a lifesaver. You get password storage, secure sharing, and browser integration to make security second nature.

ProtonMail

Protonmail’s free tier gives you 1GB storage and all the privacy goodness you need to handle sensitive client conversations or internal chats without fear. It’s a must-have for founders who value both form and function.

Cloudflare’s DNS

Cloudflare’s 1.1.1.1 DNS: Cloudflare’s global network helps protect your domain from distributed denial-of-service attacks. it’s fast, free, and privacy-focused. No data selling, no creepy tracking, just pure protection. It also speeds up your internet connection. A win-win.

Bitdefender Free Edition

Bitdefender’s free edition is light, powerful, and does its job without annoying popups every two seconds. It quietly scans and blocks threats, leaving you free to focus on building your empire.

Brave Browser

Brave blocks trackers, ads, and malware-infested sites by default. It’s like Chrome, but with a superhero cape. Less tracking means faster load times, and more privacy means fewer data leaks.

CryptPad

If you’re tired of Google Docs and want a more private place to collaborate, CryptPad is your jam. It’s an open-source, encrypted document suite that lets you co-edit with your team without the Google surveillance. Think spreadsheets, documents, whiteboards—all encrypted.

HaveIBeenPwned

Pop your email into HaveIBeenPwned to check if it’s been involved in a data breach. It’s free, simple, and terrifying—in a good way. If you’ve been exposed, change those passwords pronto.

Running a business is already stressful. Don’t let cyber threats add to your plate. With these free tools and a bit of consistency, you can keep your business safe, your data sound, and your team stress-free.

EyBrids is here to help you grow with confidence. Whether you need tailored cybersecurity solutions or just a nudge in the right direction, we’ve got your back.

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