--- title: Managed Cyber Security for SMEs in South Africa | Cyber Guard description: Managed cyber security for South African businesses, powered by Trend Micro and backed by up to R1,000,000 in warranty cover. 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If an attack still gets through, our cyber warranty helps pay for recovery. Month-to-month, **from R69 per user.** **No contract - No hardware - Protected in 48 hours** [Get a Free Risk Assessment](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/free-risk-assessment?hsLang=za) [Start a Free Trial](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/free-trial-1?hsLang=za) ![Business owner in Johannesburg working securely on a laptop protected by Cyber Guard](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/hubfs/pexels-silverkblack-39219847.jpg) ## Powered by Trend Micro. Backed by Hollard. Trusted by South African businesses. - ![trend-micro-antivirus-security\_ckyk](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/hs-fs/hubfs/trend-micro-antivirus-security_ckyk.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=trend-micro-antivirus-security_ckyk.jpg) - ![Trend\_Expert\_Partner](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/hs-fs/hubfs/Trend_Expert_Partne_qr-002.png?width=500&height=300&name=Trend_Expert_Partne_qr-002.png) - ![Hollard Insurance](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/hs-fs/hubfs/Adobe-Express-file-3.webp?width=909&height=413&name=Adobe-Express-file-3.webp) WHY IT MATTERS ## Why are small & medium businesses in South Africa targeted by cyber criminals? #### SMEs are at higher risk Small and medium businesses hold the same valuable data as large companies (client records, banking details, medical files) but usually have no security team watching it. Attackers use phishing emails, stolen passwords and ransomware to get in, and one incident can stop trading for days or weeks. #### POPIA compliance Under POPIA, a business that fails to secure personal information can face administrative fines of up to R10 million and must notify the Information Regulator and affected people after a breach. Cyber security is now a legal duty, not an IT extra. POWERFUL SOLUTIONS ## Everything your business needs, in one managed service #### Endpoint & Mobile Security Stops ransomware, malware and data theft on every laptop, desktop and phone, including staff-owned devices #### Email Security Blocks phishing, fake invoices and business email compromise before they reach your team's inbox #### Microsoft 365 & Cloud Security Protects Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams and Google Workspace from account takeover and data leaks #### Managed Detection & Response Trend Micro's AI watches for threats 24/7 and the Cyber Guard team contains attacks for you, so you don't need an in-house team ## How does Cyber Guard work? You go from unprotected to fully managed in four steps, usually within 48 hours #### 1. Assess A free risk assessment shows where your business is exposed. #### 2. Deploy or Free Trial We install lightweight protection remotely on every device and connect your email and Microsoft 365. No hardware. #### 3. Monitor Trend Micro AI and the Cyber Guard team watch for threats around the clock. #### 4. Respond and recover We contain incidents, and your cyber warranty helps cover the cost if an attack succeeds. ![Business owner reviewing his Cyber Guard warranty cover](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1622295023825-6e319464b810?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75 "Business owner reviewing his Cyber Guard warranty cover") BUILT-IN FINANCIAL PROTECTION ## What happens if an attack gets through anyway? Every Cyber Guard plan includes a cyber warranty that helps cover the costs of a qualifying incident, up to R1,000,000 depending on your plan. It pays towards ransomware recovery, forensic investigation, legal advice and breach notification. It turns security from a cost into a guarantee. Ransomware and data recovery | Forensic investigation | Legal and POPIA notification costs | Business interruption \*Cover limits and exclusions apply. Read the warranty terms [How the warranty works](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/cyber-warranty?hsLang=za) Why Cyber Guard ## Why South African SMEs choose Cyber Guard #### Trend Micro technology The same platform large enterprises use, managed for you. #### Warranty included Up to R1,000,000 of cover, not an optional extra. #### No IT team needed Setup, updates, monitoring and response are handled for you. #### Month-to-month No long contract, no hardware, cancel with 30 days' notice. #### Local and accountable Johannesburg-based team, South African support. #### POPIA-ready Reports and controls that help you show reasonable security safeguards. PLANS ## Simple per-user pricing, from R69 per month #### Essentials ## R69/mo Up to R1 000 000 Warranty Every plan includes warranty cover and can be trialled free for 30 days. --- - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Endpoint & Mobile Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Windows & MacOS - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Android & iOS - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Virus & Malware Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Ransomware Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) [FREE QUOTE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/free-risk-assessment?hsLang=za) #### Business ## R85/mo Up to R1 000 000 Warranty Every plan includes warranty cover and can be trialled free for 30 days. --- - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Email Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Endpoint & Mobile Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Windows & MacOS - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Android & iOS - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Virus & Malware Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Ransomware Protection [FREE QUOTE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/free-risk-assessment?hsLang=za) #### Complete ## R99/mo Up to R1 000 000 Warranty Every plan includes warranty cover and can be trialled free for 30 days. --- - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Email & Cloud Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Endpoint & Mobile Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Windows & MacOS - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Android & iOS - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Virus & Malware Protection - ![Checkmark](https://f.hubspotusercontent30.net/hubfs/8823337/Checkmark.svg) Ransomware Protection [FREE QUOTE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/free-risk-assessment?hsLang=za) INDUSTRIES ## Built for the businesses we protect - #### Small & Medium Businesses - #### Financial Services - #### Education - #### Healthcare - #### Retail - #### Service Providers ![Small business team working together on laptops](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1573164574572-cb89e39749b4?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75) ### Too small to be a target? That's exactly what attackers are counting on. Small businesses hold client data and banking details but rarely have anyone watching for threats, which makes them the easiest payout. Cyber Guard gives you a 24/7 managed defence and warranty cover for a per-user monthly fee, no IT team needed. [LEARN MORE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/industries/sme?hsLang=za) [LET'S CHAT](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/contact?hsLang=za) ![Financial adviser checking a payment on phone and laptop](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1634313946050-3fefb86a710b?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75) ### Your clients trust you with their money. Criminals want the same access. Advisors, brokers and accounting firms are prime targets for payment-redirection fraud and email account takeover; one spoofed email can move a client's funds and your reputation with it. Cyber Guard blocks impersonation, protects client files and helps you show reasonable safeguards to regulators. [LEARN MORE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/industries/financial-services?hsLang=za) [LET'S CHAT](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/contact?hsLang=za) ![School administrators working together at a computer](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1531482615713-2afd69097998?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75) ### Protect the learners, the fees and the files. Schools hold children's personal information, process fee payments and run on shared devices and busy inboxes, an easy mix for scammers. Cyber Guard secures staff devices, email and Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace so teaching never stops. [LEARN MORE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/industries/education?hsLang=za) [LET'S CHAT](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/contact?hsLang=za) ![Medical professional working on practice computers](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1666214280250-41f16ba24a26?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75) ### Your patients' privacy shouldn't be one click away from a breach Practices store medical histories, ID numbers and medical-aid details, which POPIA treats as special personal information. Ransomware on your practice system can cancel a week of appointments. Cyber Guard keeps records protected and your practice running. [LEARN MORE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/industries/healthcare?hsLang=za) [LET'S CHAT](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/contact?hsLang=za) ![Retail staff member using a point-of-sale tablet](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1787209516537-a8e66a1b4360?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75) ### Your tills, stock and customers are online now. So are the criminals Retailers run on point-of-sale systems, online stores, supplier payments and customer data. Ransomware that locks your stock or POS system means a shop that can't trade, and fake supplier invoices quietly drain margins. Cyber Guard keeps you trading and your customers' data safe. [LEARN MORE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/industries/retail?hsLang=za) [LET'S CHAT](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/contact?hsLang=za) ![Service provider team reviewing a project on a laptop](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1655720357872-ce227e4164ba?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&h=600&q=75) ### You keep your clients running. Who's keeping you secure? Consultants, IT, logistics and other service firms often have access to client systems and data, so one breach can spread to every customer you serve. Cyber Guard protects your team, your inbox and the trust your contracts depend on. [LEARN MORE](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/industries/service-providers?hsLang=za) [LET'S CHAT](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/contact?hsLang=za) FAQ ## Need clarification? ### How much does cyber security cost for a small business in South Africa? Cyber Guard plans start from **R69** per user per month, billed month-to-month with no contract. The price includes protection software, 24/7 monitoring and warranty cover. A business with 20 staff typically pays **R1 380** per month. ### Do I need an IT department to use Cyber Guard? No. Cyber Guard is fully managed. We install, update and monitor everything and respond to threats for you, so businesses without IT staff get the same protection as those with a security team. ### Does Cyber Guard help with POPIA compliance? Yes. POPIA Section 19 requires reasonable technical measures to protect personal information. Cyber Guard provides those controls and the reports to prove them. Compliance also needs policies and an Information Officer, which we can guide you on. ### What is the cyber warranty? A financial guarantee included in every plan that helps pay for recovery costs after a qualifying cyber incident, up to R1,000,000 depending on the plan. [See what's covered](https://www.cyber-guard.co.za/cyber-warranty?hsLang=za). ### Can I try it first? Yes. Start a 30-day free trial on up to 5 devices, then choose a plan or walk away. Chat to Cyber Guard On WhatsApp · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, reply within 4 business hours × What can we help with? Pick one, add your details, and we'll write the message for you. ← Back Your details Your name \* Work email \* Mobile number \* Your message Open WhatsApp By continuing you agree that Cyber Guard may contact you about your enquiry, in line with POPIA. 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