Protect your business from cyber crime

There are a number of steps you can take to protect your business from cyber crime or to limit the damage if you are a victim.

Advice and resources

Go to the Cyber Aware website, a government website with advice on what to do to protect against cyber criminals:
- Keep software and apps up to date. Updates contain vital security upgrades which help protect your device from viruses and hackers
- Make your passwords stronger. Follow the advice about using 3 random words
- Get Cyber Essentials, a government and industry backed standard to protect your business against security threats
- Read the Cyber Aware blog.
Backup data, the information held on your computer systems and devices is probably irreplaceable. Get advice about backing up data safely and securely.
Go to the Information Commissioner's website for practical advice to help you keep employee and customer personal information secure.
Make a business continuity plan so your business is more resilient and can continue to operate during times of disruption. Find out more from the Business Continuity Institute website.

Free online courses developed by government to help understand online threats.
Responsible for Information course is a free resource for small and medium sized businesses to help understand information security and threats.