Home Network & Cybersecurity Brighton & Hove
Your home network is the front door to your digital life. We audit, harden and secure your Brighton home network — router, devices, smart home gadgets, passwords — so your family is protected online.
From £90 · Written security report included · Brighton & Hove · Plain English throughout
Services & prices
| Home network security audit | £90 |
| Router hardening & setup | £70 |
| VPN setup (home or WFH) | £70 |
| Password manager setup | £60 |
| Full security package | £150–£200 |
| Post-scam recovery | from £90 |
Home Cybersecurity Services in Brighton
Home Network Security Audit
We assess your entire home network — router settings, connected devices, open ports, firmware versions, WiFi encryption, and any devices that shouldn't be there. You get a plain-English written report with exactly what we found and what we fixed.
Router Hardening
Most home routers come with default settings that are wide open. We update the firmware, disable remote management, enable WPA3 encryption, set a strong admin password, create a separate guest network and disable UPnP where it's a risk.
VPN Setup
Install and configure a VPN on your home computers and phones. Particularly important for remote workers and Brighton residents who use public WiFi in cafés, co-working spaces or the seafront.
Password Manager Setup
Set up Bitwarden, 1Password or similar — installed on all your devices, browser extensions configured, existing passwords imported and weak passwords flagged for change. Stronger passwords, zero effort to remember them.
Smart Home Device Security
Smart doorbells, cameras, thermostats and voice assistants all have security implications. We isolate IoT devices on a separate VLAN or guest network, update firmware, review app permissions and disable features you don't need.
Post-Scam Recovery
Been scammed or had remote access granted to a stranger? We remove all remote access tools, scan for malware, change compromised passwords, check what data may have been accessed and secure your accounts going forward.
Why Home Network Security Matters in Brighton
Brighton is one of the UK's most digitally connected cities — but that also makes it a target. The city's large student population, high density housing (where WiFi networks overlap), busy short-term rental market, and concentration of remote workers all create specific security risks.
- Dense terraced housing: In BN1 and BN2 streets, dozens of WiFi networks overlap. Poorly secured routers can be accessed by neighbours or from the street.
- Student and shared house WiFi: Multiple users on one network creates risk — one infected device can compromise everyone's data.
- AirBnB and short-term rentals: Brighton landlords running short-lets need a properly segregated guest network that doesn't expose their own devices.
- Remote workers: Working from home on an unsecured network while accessing employer systems is a compliance and security risk many Brighton freelancers and employees don't realise they have.
Common Security Mistakes We Find in Brighton Homes
The admin password for most ISP-supplied routers is the same for every device of that model. It takes 30 seconds to change it — and 30 seconds to exploit if you don't.
Your Ring doorbell and Philips Hue bulbs don't need to be on the same network as your banking laptop. Isolating IoT devices is simple and dramatically reduces your attack surface.
Most people never update their router firmware. Unpatched routers have known vulnerabilities that automated tools actively scan for.
One data breach exposes every account that shares that password. A password manager solves this completely.
Home Network Security FAQs — Brighton
How much does a home network security audit cost in Brighton?
A full home network security audit is £90 and includes a written report. Router hardening is £70. Full security package (audit + router hardening + VPN + password manager) £150–£200. All prices include the visit and a follow-up call if you have questions.
Is my home WiFi network in Brighton secure?
Probably not as secure as it could be. The most common issues we find: default router admin password never changed, router firmware out of date, no guest network for visitors, WPS enabled (a known vulnerability), and smart home devices on the same network as computers and phones. A quick audit tells you exactly where you stand.
Do I need a VPN if I work from home in Brighton?
If you access your employer's systems from home, many company IT policies require a VPN. Even if not required, a VPN encrypts traffic between your home and any website or service — important if your router is ever compromised or if you use public WiFi in Brighton cafés or co-working spaces.
Someone called saying they were from BT / Microsoft — what should I do?
Hang up. BT, Microsoft, Amazon and other companies do not make unsolicited calls about your broadband or computer. If you've already given remote access to a caller, don't use the computer and call us — we'll assess what happened and help you secure your accounts and data.
Secure Your Brighton Home Network
One visit. Full audit, hardened router, written report — and peace of mind.