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Own your online

Simplifying cyber security

We're here to help you keep your business secure online

Created by CERT NZ, Own Your Online is part of the New Zealand government's work to raise understanding of cyber security issues for individuals and businesses.

Find out how you can get help if you’ve been affected by an online scam or incident, why being safe online is so important, and how you can keep your business secure online.

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Campaign

EXPOSED

Our latest campaign aims to raise the importance of being secure online by showing what’s at stake when we don’t get cyber security right. EXPOSED tells the stories of ten New Zealanders who've been targeted while going about their lives online.

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Keeping your business secure online

Protecting your business – and your customers – from online criminals is just as important as protecting it from criminals in the physical world.

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Top online security tips for your business

Cyber security attacks on businesses are becoming more common. It doesn’t matter how big or small your business is, you need to protect your data, your network, your customer information, and your reputation.

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Featured guides

Business basics

Create an incident response plan

We’ve outlined some simple steps to help you evaluate how an incident could affect your business and what you’ll need to consider when putting an incident response plan in place.

Network security

Protect your website

We regularly get reports of websites that have been compromised due to skipping a few simple steps. As with many online security issues, taking some basic measures will keep your website a whole lot safer.

Network security

Create an online security policy for your business

All businesses should have an online security policy so your staff know how it fits into their work, and customers know how you protect their information.

Business basics

Protect your business with two-factor authentication

As part of your business strategy, you need to think about how to protect both your systems and your customers' accounts. 2FA is one of the tools that can help.

Key areas to explore

If your business has been affected by an online incident, or if you’re worried your network has been hacked, we’re here to help.

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Scam check for business

If you’re concerned your business is being scammed, use our quick check tool to see if there’s something you need to be wary of, and find out what to do next.

Find simple how-to guides and advice to ensure your business is protected against common online security threats, and learn how to respond if an incident occurs.

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The more you know about how to manage online security for your business, the less you stand to risk. Learn about common risks and threats, bust some myths about online security, and get started with our top tips for keeping your business secure.

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Practical advice and how-to guides to help you keep yourself safe and secure online.

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Help for IT specialists

If you need information targeted to IT specialists, or want to report a technical incident, visit our CERT NZ website.