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Cyber Essentials Readiness Check
for small business
A free Cyber Essentials checklist for small business without an IT manager. Get your Compliance Readiness Score, an automated gap analysis dashboard and a clear list of Actionable Framework Fixes.
5–10 minutes • Plain English • No technical knowledge required
Automated Gap Analysis Dashboard
Instantly see which Cyber Essentials controls you already meet and which need attention.
Actionable Framework Fixes
Each gap comes with a clear, plain-English fix you can complete without a consultant.
Built for small organisations
Designed for SMEs, charities and community groups without dedicated IT staff.
How it works
- 1
Complete the Compliance Assessment
Answer plain-English questions about how your business actually works.
- 2
Get your Framework Readiness Score
See exactly where you stand against Cyber Essentials, control by control.
- 3
Use your Dashboard to map and implement the fixes
Work through your Actionable Framework Fixes at your own pace, no IT team required.
Who it's for
- UK small businesses preparing for their first Cyber Essentials certification
- Charities and community groups without dedicated IT staff
- Owners and operations leads who need a Cyber Essentials checklist they can actually follow
- Suppliers asked to demonstrate baseline cybersecurity to customers or funders
Frequently asked questions
What is a Cyber Essentials readiness score?
It is a plain-English metric that shows how close your small business is to meeting the UK Cyber Essentials framework, highlighting security gaps before your official assessment.
Is there a Cyber Essentials checklist for small business without an IT manager?
Yes. Our readiness check works as a Cyber Essentials checklist for small business without an IT manager, every question is in plain English with clear, non-technical examples.
How do I find gaps in my Cyber Essentials compliance?
By completing a non-technical readiness check that maps your current habits and settings against the framework requirements to generate an actionable fix checklist.
Can a business without an IT lead pass Cyber Essentials?
Yes. By breaking the framework down into plain-English daily habits and clear dashboard fixes, any small business can achieve Cyber Essentials without dedicated IT staff.