We leverage a wide range of open-source tools to deliver scalable, cost-effective, and robust cybersecurity solutions. Below are some of the tools we use to secure innovation and protect businesses:
At our core, we believe in the power of open-source cybersecurity tools. Open source represents more than just technology—it’s a philosophy of collaboration, innovation, and accessibility. By leveraging open-source solutions, we provide cutting-edge security without the heavy financial burden, enabling innovators and small businesses to thrive.
Think of us as your free Chief Information Security Officer. We provide expert-level cybersecurity support to help you plan, design, and manage robust security systems. Whether it’s architecture reviews, incident response, or advisory, we’ve got you covered—all at no cost for early-stage startups—thanks to our expert volunteers.
Being a founder is tough. But early-stage founder is harder. We take the cybersecurity burden off your shoulders at zero cost; so you can focus on building the future.
We understand the unique challenges of early-stage startups. That is why we offer free cybersecurity for early-stage builders.
We provide comprehensive cybersecurity support to startups at all stages of growth. Whether you’re bootstrapping or scaling, we’ve got you covered with fair and flexible pricing.
Fair and flexible pricing based on your funding level and growth stage. Start free, scale with confidence.
We believe in empowering innovation through accessible cybersecurity. Our approach ensures that every startup gets the protection they need, regardless of their funding stage.
Our comprehensive approach ensures your startup gets the security it needs at every stage of growth.
From live 1:1 guidance to full hands-off management, we ensure your startup is secure at every step.
While we offer free services to bootstrapping startups, we believe companies with funding or profits should contribute a fair share.
We adjust our pricing and services based on your funding, profit, and runway to ensure affordability and fairness.
We believe in creating a sustainable ecosystem where innovation thrives and security is accessible to all.
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Hear from early-stage startup founders who’ve benefited from our free cybersecurity solutions. Their success is our mission at Open Source in Cybersecurity.
As a bootstrapped SaaS founder, cybersecurity was a huge concern. Open Source in Cybersecurity provided us with free tools like Elastic SIEM and expert guidance that protected our MVP. We couldn't have launched confidently without them!
Their team helped us meet PCI/DSS compliance using Wazuh and Sigma rules at no cost. This saved us thousands in consulting fees and secured our early customers' trust. Truly a game-changer for African startups like ours
Incident response was a blind spot for us until Open Source in Cybersecurity stepped in with Velociraptor playbooks. Their free CISO-level support felt like having an in-house expert. Our data is safe, and we can focus on growth.
Cyber threats nearly derailed our online store. Their open-source WAF and CAPTCHA solutions protected us without breaking the bank. I'm grateful for a community that prioritizes startup security for free!
Find answers to the most common questions about our cybersecurity services and support.
We're a community-driven initiative providing free cybersecurity solutions to early-stage startup founders using open-source tools and expert volunteer support
Startups with funding under $200k qualify for full free support. Those between $200k-$1M get a 50% discount, and over $1M get a 30% discount on services
Yes, our services are free by principle, but we believe if you've raised funds or are profitable, you should pay a fair share. We are very considerate, charging the least amount possible and sometimes even lower based on your startup's situation, such as runaway constraints.
We provide CISO-level guidance, incident response, security planning, and tailored solutions for industries like AI, Saas, FinTech, HealthTech, E-Commerce, IoT, and more
We leverage tools like Wazuh, Velociraptor, OpenVAS, Snort, Suricata, OWASP ZAP, Kibana, Sigma, Docker, Nmap, Grafana, and many others based on your specific needs.
They are free, making them ideal for founders. However, they can be technical and hard to implement, so we help with the heavy lifting to ensure effective deployment.
At Open Source in Cyber, we empower early-stage founders and startups with the tools, resources, and expertise they need to secure their businesses from cyber threats at zero cost.
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