Last updated: 26/01/2026
By accessing or using the Cyber Ready website (“the Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you should not use this website.
Purpose of the Website
Cyber Ready is an independent, UK-focused information website designed to provide clear, practical guidance on cyber security and data protection topics, including:
- Cyber Essentials
- Cyber Essentials Plus
- ISO/IEC 27001
- GDPR and UK data protection obligations
The Site is intended to help organisations understand what they may need to consider, not to provide legal, regulatory, or certification advice.
No Professional Advice
All content on this Site is provided for general information purposes only.
Nothing on Cyber Ready constitutes:
- Legal advice
- Regulatory advice
- Professional consultancy advice
- Certification or audit advice
You must not rely on information on this Site as a substitute for advice from a qualified professional, legal adviser, regulator, certification body, or auditor.
Use at Your Own Risk
You acknowledge and agree that:
- Cyber security and compliance requirements vary by organisation, industry, risk profile, and contractual obligations
- Guidance may not be suitable for your specific circumstances
- Implementation decisions remain your responsibility
Use of this Site and any reliance on its content is entirely at your own risk.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cyber Ready accepts no liability for any loss, damage, or disruption arising from reliance on the Site.
Accuracy and Updates
Reasonable efforts are made to ensure content is accurate and current at the time of publication. However:
- Laws, standards, and schemes change
- Guidance issued by bodies such as the ICO, NCSC, IASME, or ISO may be updated or reinterpreted
- Content may become outdated
Cyber Ready makes no guarantees regarding completeness, accuracy, or ongoing applicability.
External Links and Third-Party Content
This Site may contain links to third-party websites, tools, services, or resources.
Cyber Ready:
- Does not control external sites
- Is not responsible for their content, availability, or practices
- Does not guarantee their accuracy or suitability
Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.
Affiliate Links and Promotions
Some links on Cyber Ready may be affiliate links or promotional links. This means:
- Cyber Ready may receive a small commission if you click a link or make a purchase
- There is no additional cost to you
- Any inclusion of products or services is for informational purposes only
Unless explicitly stated, inclusion of a product, vendor, or service does not constitute endorsement.
Intellectual Property
All original content on Cyber Ready (text, structure, templates, and guides) is owned by Cyber Ready unless otherwise stated.
You may:
- View and use content for personal or internal business use
You may not:
- Republish content as your own
- Sell or commercially exploit content
- Copy substantial portions without permission
Changes to These Terms
Cyber Ready may update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.