Think you're too small to be hacked? Think again. 43% of all cyberattacks target small businesses. Why? Because they often lack the sophisticated defenses of large corporations.

1. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Passwords alone are dead. Enabling MFA adds a second layer of defense (like a code sent to your phone). This one step can block 99.9% of automated attacks.

2. Employee Training

Your employees are your first line of defense—and your biggest vulnerability. 90% of breaches start with a phishing email. Train your team to spot suspicious links.

3. Regular Backups

Ransomware is a nightmare where hackers encrypt your data and demand payment. The only defense? Having a clean, offline backup you can restore from without paying a dime.

4. Update Your Software

Hackers love outdated software. Those "Update Available" pop-ups aren't annoying; they are critical security patches. Install them immediately.

5. Use a VPN

If you have remote workers, ensure they use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to encrypt their connection, especially when using public Wi-Fi.

Conclusion

Security isn't a product; it's a process. You don't need a million-dollar budget, but you do need a plan.