Reported internet-crime losses among people age 60+ in 2025, according to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center.
Read the FBI 2025 Internet Crime Report →Cybersecurity help for South Jersey
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Security Review
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Configured well
Needs attention
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Address promptly
60–90 mintypical introductory review
$99introductory checkup
Written reportclear priorities, no jargon
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The numbers behind the risk
These problems are not rare.
We do not use scare tactics. We use public data from the FBI, FTC, CISA, and Verizon so you can see why basic security matters for both families and small businesses.
People age 60+ reported internet-crime losses to the FBI in 2025.
See the FBI elder-fraud summary →The FTC reported a more than four-fold increase since 2020 in reports from older adults losing $10,000 or more to business- and government-impersonation scams.
Read the FTC analysis →Verizon's 2025 breach research found ransomware disproportionately affected smaller organizations.
Read Verizon's 2025 DBIR summary →Verizon's 2026 DBIR says 31% of breaches now begin with exploitation of software vulnerabilities, showing why updates and patching still matter.
View Verizon's 2026 DBIR →CISA recommends multi-factor authentication because a stolen password alone should not be enough to access an account.
Read CISA's MFA guidance →
Why we link the sources:
Cybersecurity marketing is full of vague claims. These links go directly to the government agencies and industry reports behind the numbers so you can read them yourself.
For small businesses
Small Business Security Checkup
A focused review of the everyday security basics that small companies depend on — especially when there is no dedicated IT or cybersecurity staff.
Email & MFA
Review account security, multi-factor authentication, recovery options, and obvious account-management issues.
Computers
Review updates, endpoint protection, firewall status, screen lock, encryption, and basic system settings.
Wi-Fi & Router
Review wireless security, administrative access, guest Wi-Fi, firmware status, and basic network hygiene.
Backups
Confirm what is being backed up, whether recent backups are succeeding, and whether restoration is understood.
User Accounts
Look for former employees, shared logins, excessive administrator access, and account-management gaps.
Written Findings
Receive a concise report organized by Critical, Important, Recommended, and Good.
Clear scope: The introductory checkup is a basic configuration and security review. It does not include penetration testing, password cracking, exploitation, destructive testing, or a guarantee against future incidents.
For seniors & families
Senior Digital Safety Checkup
Friendly, in-person help securing everyday devices and accounts — plus clear guidance on what to do when a call, text, email, or pop-up feels suspicious.
- Email and account security
- Phone and computer security
- Password and MFA help
- Wi-Fi security
- Suspicious app / remote-access review
- Account recovery settings
- Software updates
- Scam and phishing awareness
Additional services
Help beyond the initial checkup
Services are quoted based on scope so you know what is included before work begins.
Security Hardening
Correct basic security findings such as MFA, account access, updates, device settings, and safer configurations.
Secure Computer Setup
Set up new devices with safer accounts, updates, encryption, backup, and appropriate security settings.
Backup Setup
Help establish practical backup routines and verify that important data is actually covered.
Wi-Fi & Network Basics
Improve router security, guest access, wireless settings, and basic separation of business and personal devices.
Account Security
Improve MFA, recovery settings, password practices, administrator access, and employee onboarding/offboarding basics.
Ongoing Security Support
Periodic reviews and practical support for clients who want continued help after the initial work.
About Garden State Digital Security
Local help. Clear answers. Sensible security.
Garden State Digital Security is being built to serve South Jersey customers who need practical cybersecurity and digital safety help without enterprise complexity.
Our approach is straightforward: understand the environment, identify meaningful gaps, explain them clearly, and make improvements only with the customer's approval.
Basic checkups are non-intrusive. Any changes or additional work are discussed with you first.
Trusted resources
Want to learn more before you call anyone?
These are good places to start if you want independent guidance straight from public agencies and established security research.
CISA — Secure Our World
Simple steps for families and businesses.
FBI IC3 — 2025 Internet Crime Report
National internet-crime complaints and reported losses.
FTC — Scam Information
Current scam warnings and consumer guidance.
Verizon — Data Breach Investigations Report
Annual research on how real-world breaches happen.
Frequently asked questions
What to expect
Do you need my passwords?
No. Whenever possible, you remain in control of your credentials and sign in yourself while we review security settings.
Is the $99 checkup penetration testing?
No. It is a basic, non-intrusive security and configuration review. Intrusive testing is not included.
Do I have to sign a monthly contract?
No. The introductory checkup does not require a long-term service agreement.
What happens if you find a problem?
You receive a written explanation and recommendation. Any remediation work is discussed and approved separately before changes are made.
Contact
Ready to make your technology safer?
Contact Garden State Digital Security to ask a question or request an introductory security checkup.