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Common questions

Is it really free?

Yes. Aussie Cyber Check is free to use. There is no account to create and no card to enter. It is a help-first tool for Australian small business, not a paid product.

Do you see my answers?

No. Aussie Cyber Check is offline-first and your answers stay on your device. There is no login, and your assessment is not sent to us.

Do I need to be technical to use it?

No. The 24 questions are written in plain language for a business owner or manager, not an IT specialist. It takes about ten minutes.

Does this make me compliant, or is it government-endorsed?

No. Aussie Cyber Check is based on the ASD Essential Eight and helps you self-assess and improve. It does not certify compliance and it is not a government product. A good result means you are on the right track, not that you are certified.

What's the Essential Eight?

It is a set of eight baseline cyber mitigation strategies published by the Australian Signals Directorate and the Australian Cyber Security Centre. They make the biggest difference for the least effort. See our plain-language guide for a walk-through.

What do I do with my results?

Start with your weakest link. The app gives you prioritised, plain-language steps in order, so you can fix the most important gaps first and re-check as you go.

Is my business too small for this to matter?

No. Small businesses are among the most targeted, precisely because they often have fewer defences. A ten-minute check is a sensible first step whatever your size.

What platforms does it run on?

Aussie Cyber Check runs on iOS, Android and the web, so you can take the assessment on your phone or in a browser. It works offline once loaded.

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