A simple questionnaire
Complete 24 online questions about passwords, account protection, updates, backups and staff awareness. Choose options such as Yes, No or Not sure.
Made for independent small businesses
Cyber safety advice without the complication.
A straightforward review based on a 24-question online form, helping you understand everyday cyber risks and decide what to improve. Your personalised written report arrives by email.
✓ No office visit ✓ No computer access ✓ Clear written recommendations
Personalised guidance
Illustrative report extract
Your next steps, made clear.
Example recommendations based on questionnaire answers
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Account sign-in protectionConsider switching on two-step verification for important accounts.
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Backups and recoveryAsk your IT provider to confirm that restoration has been tested.
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Security awarenessContinue regular reminders about suspicious emails.
Written for owners, not IT specialists.
£49One-off introductory review
24 questionsEasy online questionnaire
100% remoteNo technical access needed
Why we are here
Helping small businesses navigate a changing digital world.
As cyberattacks, online scams and AI-powered threats become increasingly sophisticated, small businesses face new challenges in protecting their information, customers and livelihoods.
At North East Cyber Safety, we believe every small business deserves access to clear, affordable and practical cybersecurity guidance. Our mission is to help sole traders and small teams understand their potential vulnerabilities, strengthen their digital resilience and build confidence in an ever-changing online world.
Through straightforward cyber safety reviews and personalised recommendations, we help businesses take practical steps towards a safer digital future.
A more useful starting point
Understand the basics.
Know what to do next.
We turn your answers into an easy-to-follow report. We don't inspect your systems or claim to certify that your business is secure.
A personalised review
We read your answers, highlight areas that may need attention and explain why. Unclear technical issues are signposted for professional verification.
An action plan you can use
Get a written report with practical first steps, useful official resources and a suggested order for improvements.
How it works
Four easy steps.
No appointments required.
Work through it when it suits you. The questionnaire is designed for owners and managers, not just IT teams.
1
Send an enquiry
Tell us about your small business and request the £49 review.
2
Confirm and pay
We'll confirm the service details and send you a secure £49 payment link, followed by the questionnaire link.
3
Complete it online
Answer our 24 questions in your browser. Please don't include passwords, customer lists or sensitive documents.
4
Receive your report
We'll email your personalised written report within 5 working days of receiving your completed questionnaire.
What you'll receive
Practical advice, in plain English.
Your report is organised by what may deserve attention first, with suggestions based on published UK guidance.
- Summary of your questionnaire responses
- Potential gaps that may need follow-up
- A prioritised, easy-to-read action list
- Links to free guidance from the UK's NCSC
- Clear signposting where an IT specialist is needed
Sample improvement plan
Suggested actionsEnable two-step verificationExample: business email account
Consider firstCheck backup restorationExample: verify with IT support
Consider firstReview staff phishing awarenessExample: share official training guidance
Next stepContinue device updatesExample: owner reports automatic updates
MaintainThese are examples, not findings about your business.
Simple, transparent pricing
One affordable starting point.
Designed for sole traders and small teams that want a non-technical review of their reported cyber safety practices.
Remote cyber safety review
£49 / one-off
Introductory price for one small business, based on one completed questionnaire. No software or system access is included.
Request your review- 24-question online Business Cyber Safety Questionnaire
- Independent review of your submitted answers
- Personalised report emailed within 5 working days of your completed questionnaire
- Plain-English practical recommendations
- Links to official UK cybersecurity guidance
- No subscription or ongoing commitment
Important: This is a self-reported advisory review, not a technical audit, penetration test, malware scan, Cyber Essentials certification or guarantee of security. The service does not verify whether systems are actually protected. Technical issues should be checked by a suitably qualified professional.
Common questions
Good to know.
No jargon, no pressure and no access to your business systems.
Can everything be done remotely?
Yes. Send your enquiry online, pay through a secure link after we confirm the service, and complete the 24-question questionnaire in your browser. We send your personalised report by email within 5 working days of receiving your completed questionnaire.
How long will my review take?
We aim to email your personalised written report within 5 working days after receiving your completed online questionnaire. Working days exclude weekends and UK bank holidays.
Do I have to install anything or share passwords?
No. We do not connect to your computers or ask for passwords, verification codes, recovery keys, customer lists, financial records or confidential network information.
Will you tell me whether my computers have viruses?
No. A questionnaire cannot detect viruses, confirm active protection or prove that devices are free of malware. We can suggest sensible next steps based on your answers, and recommend qualified technical support where needed.
Is this the same as Cyber Essentials certification?
No. This is an independent, informal questionnaire-based advice service. It is not accredited by or affiliated with the National Cyber Security Centre and does not provide Cyber Essentials certification.
Who is this for?
Independent small businesses, sole traders and small teams who want a starting point for reviewing basic security habits. Businesses needing compliance audits, incident response, regulated-sector assessments or technical testing should use qualified specialists.
What happens if I don't know an answer?
Select “Not sure.” Your report can recommend how to find out, including when to ask your usual IT provider. We will not treat an unknown answer as evidence that a system is vulnerable.
Get started
Ready for a clearer cyber safety checklist?
Send a short enquiry and we'll explain the process and what happens next. You don't need to send the completed questionnaire yet.
- ✓ South Tyneside based, serving UK small businesses remotely
- ✓ No passwords, technical access or video call required
- ✓ £49 introductory, one-off written review
Prefer to email directly?
Email address to be added before launch
Please don't share passwords, verification codes, customer data, financial documents or network configuration details in your enquiry.
Online business enquiry
Request a £49 review
Our short online form asks for your name, business name, email and a message. You can complete it in your browser — no Outlook account or meeting needed.
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Please note: This is an enquiry, not an order or payment form. Please do not include passwords, client records or sensitive security information.