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Small Business Penetration Testing Guide | Affordable Pentesting

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Frustrated with slow, expensive penetration tests that find nothing? Traditional firms charge a fortune, take months to deliver, and leave you with a useless report. We provide fast, affordable manual penetration testing with clear reports in about a week.

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Your Small Business Is A Bigger Target Than You Think

Hackers love small businesses. Why? Because they know you likely have fewer security defenses, making you an easy target. They aren't just going after big corporations; they are actively looking for unlocked digital doors.

The numbers are clear. Over 40% of cyberattacks hit small businesses, and most of them go out of business within six months of a major breach. Ignoring this risk is a gamble you simply cannot afford to take.

The Problem With Most Security Audits For SMBs

You know you need a security test, but the old way is broken. Traditional firms quote insane prices built for enterprise budgets. You end up choosing between spending your entire IT budget or hoping for the best.

It's not just the cost. The whole process is incredibly slow. You might wait weeks just for a quote and months for a report. By the time it arrives, it's often a generic, 100-page document from an automated scanner that missed the real risks.

Our Fast And Affordable Pentesting Process Explained

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We keep things simple and fast. Our process is designed for businesses that need real results without the wait. A pentest is basically hiring a professional to ethically hack your systems to find weaknesses before a real criminal does.

First, we have a quick call to define the scope and give you a fixed, affordable price. No complex contracts or hidden fees. Once you approve, our certified ethical hackers get to work right away.

Why Our Manual Testing Finds More Critical Risks

Our pentesters hold top certifications like OSCP, CEH, and CREST. They don't just run a scanner; they think like real attackers. This manual approach uncovers serious business logic flaws and unique vulnerabilities that automated tools always miss.

You won't be waiting months for a useless report. We deliver a clear, actionable summary of our findings within one week. It tells you exactly what's broken, how to fix it, and what to prioritize first.

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How We Compare To Traditional Penetration Testers

The old model of pentesting just doesn't fit the needs of a growing business. We built our service to be the affordable alternative. We cut out the bloat to give you exactly what you need.

FactorTraditional Security FirmsOur Affordable Pentesting Service
Scoping & QuotingWeeks of calls, complex SOWsOne quick call, same-day quote
PricingHigh base fees, rush chargesTransparent, fixed price
Start TimeBooked months in advanceCan start within days
Reporting100+ page PDF weeks laterActionable report in one week
RetestingOften costs extraIncluded for free
FocusLarge enterprisesSMBs and startups

We provide the security validation you need to satisfy compliance audits, land bigger clients, and protect your business without breaking the bank. For more basics, see our guide on what is penetration testing.

Get Your Actionable Security Report In One Week

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Protect your customer data, your reputation, and your bottom line. Waiting only gives attackers more time to find the same weaknesses our certified experts can help you fix today. Our manual small business penetration testing gives you the clarity you need at a price that makes sense.

Our process is built for speed. From our first chat to delivering your final report, we get it done in about a week. You get clear, prioritized results so you can fix what matters most and get back to business.

Your Small Business Pentesting Questions Answered

We know you have questions. Here are the answers to the most common ones we hear from IT managers, CISOs, and founders. We believe in being direct and transparent.

How much does a small business pentest cost?

The price depends on the scope, which is just how much stuff we need to test. But our entire model is built for small business budgets. The best way to get a number is to reach out via our contact form for a fast, no-obligation quote.

How quickly will I get my pentest report?

You will have the complete, detailed report within one week of the test starting. We know you can't afford to wait months on a critical vulnerability. Our process is designed to deliver fast, actionable results.

What happens after you find vulnerabilities?

Our report clearly lists every finding, ranked by how serious it is, and gives you simple instructions on how to fix it. After your team applies the fixes, we come back and do a free retest to make sure the security holes are actually closed.

Why is manual pentesting better than an automated scanner?

Automated scanners are good for finding common, known issues. But they completely miss the unique business logic flaws that a creative human attacker would exploit. Our certified OSCP and CREST pentesters find the critical risks that scanners just can't see.


Ready to secure your business with a fast, affordable, and thorough penetration test? The team at Affordable Pentesting delivers actionable reports in one week, complete with a free retest to confirm your fixes.

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