NCSC Free Cyber Action Toolkit

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have launched a new free Cyber Action Toolkit to help small businesses strengthen their cyber defences in a simple and affordable way.

The toolkit has been designed for businesses that may not have in-house IT expertise or large security budgets, offering clear, practical steps that can be implemented straight away.

Helping small businesses take action 

NCSC recognises that many small businesses find cybersecurity daunting, perhaps feeling that it is too technical, too costly, or simply not a priority. The sheer volume of guidance available can also be off-putting. This all leads to feeling overwhelmed and leaving cybersecurity for another day.

The new Cyber Action Toolkit aims to change that by providing easy-to-follow actions that provide immediate protection, even for those new to cybersecurity. The format focuses on taking a series of simple steps rather than just reading through guidance.

According to NCSC, the Toolkit has been tested by more than 2,500 trial users with good results.

As one early user, copywriter Siobhan Strode, commented: “Having a guide was really helpful. I felt really motivated to tick actions off - they were quick to do.”

Why it matters for your business

Although many see cybersecurity as something that is more relevant to larger businesses, the NCSC advise that no business is too small to be a target. Small businesses are just as likely to experience online crime as larger ones.

To access the Cyber Action Toolkit click this link:  https://cybertoolkit.service.ncsc.gov.uk