About CyberScop: Security Tools for People, Not Just Experts
CyberScop is a free cybersecurity tools and online privacy platform. It offers 8 free online security checks, from an IP lookup and DNS leak test to SSL, DNS and email security checkers, and explains every result in plain English. It's built for everyday internet users, website owners and small IT teams.
Why we built CyberScop
Most free security checkers show you raw data, such as DNS records, certificate fields or HTTP headers, and leave you to work out what it means. CyberScop pairs every check with a plain-English explanation and a clear next step.
Questions about VPN connections, DNS settings, website certificates, suspicious links and email authentication usually need technical knowledge that most people don't have. Our goal is to make those checks quick to run and easy to act on, whether you're protecting your own privacy, running a website or looking after a small business.
What CyberScop offers
Free checks for your connection, your website and your email, plus guides that explain the results.
Privacy and VPN checks
See what your connection reveals and confirm your VPN is hiding it.
Website security checks
Check the settings that protect your visitors, then fix what's missing.
Email and link safety
Stop others sending email as you, and check links before anyone clicks.
Security guides
Plain-English articles on VPNs, DNS, SSL, email security and phishing on the CyberScop blog, each linked to the tool that checks it.
VPN Plus (early access)
Our upcoming VPN, with a no-logs policy, kill switch and DNS and WebRTC leak protection. See plans and pricing.
How our tools work
Each tool checks one specific set of signals. Here's what each one looks at and where the check runs.
| Tool | What it checks | Where it runs |
|---|---|---|
| IP Lookup | Location, internet provider, ASN, network owner (WHOIS) and reverse DNS of an IP address | Our server |
| VPN & Proxy Checker | Whether an IP address belongs to a VPN, proxy or data center, with a risk score from public blocklists | Our server |
| DNS & WebRTC Leak Test | Your public IP, WebRTC, DNS resolvers and timezone, to spot leaks around a VPN | Your browser |
| SSL/TLS Checker | Certificate issuer, expiry date, trust status, protocol and cipher, from a live connection | Our server |
| Security Headers Checker | HTTP security headers such as HSTS, Content-Security-Policy and X-Frame-Options | Our server |
| DNS Lookup | Public A, AAAA, MX, NS, TXT, CNAME, SOA and CAA records | Our server |
| Email Security Checker | A domain's SPF, DKIM and DMARC records | Our server |
| Suspicious URL Checker | Phishing and scam warning signs in a link, following its redirects so the page never opens in your browser | Our server |
What we believe
Better security starts with better understanding.
Security is for everyone
Security basics should be easy to use, whether you're browsing, running a website or learning about privacy for the first time.
Plain language over jargon
We explain what a result means and what to do about it, instead of handing you raw data.
Honest about limits
We say what each check can and can't tell you. No single tool proves a site, device or connection is completely safe.
Respect for your privacy
Our tools need no account, and we don't keep your lookups against your identity.
Your privacy when you use CyberScop
- No account or email needed to use any tool.
- We don't keep your lookups against your identity.
- Standard server logs are kept briefly for security.
- The leak test runs its checks inside your browser.
The Privacy Policy explains exactly what we collect and why.
How we write our guides
- Every guide answers one real question in plain English.
- We base advice on official standards and documentation, and link to them.
- We update guides when standards, browsers or best practices change.
- Spotted a mistake? Tell us and we'll correct it.
How CyberScop is funded
The 8 security tools are free and will stay free. VPN Plus, our paid VPN, is how we plan to fund them. It's in early access now, and you never need it to use the tools.
What our tools can't do
Our tools help you investigate specific security and privacy signals. No single check can guarantee that a device, website, connection, email or link is completely safe, and results depend on the information available at the time.
Only check websites, domains and IP addresses you own or have permission to assess. For business-critical systems, follow up with a full security assessment by a qualified professional.
About CyberScop: FAQ
What is CyberScop?
CyberScop is a free cybersecurity tools and online privacy platform. It offers 8 security checks, including an IP lookup, VPN checker, DNS and WebRTC leak test, SSL checker, DNS lookup, email security checker, security headers checker and suspicious URL checker, with plain-English explanations of every result.
Who is CyberScop for?
Everyday internet users who care about privacy, website owners who want to check their SSL and security headers, and small businesses or IT teams who need to check DNS and email security.
Are CyberScop's tools free?
Yes. All 8 tools are free and need no account. Fair-use limits apply only to automated or bulk use.
Does CyberScop offer a VPN?
Yes. VPN Plus is CyberScop's paid VPN and is in early access. You can see the plans and join the early-access list on the pricing page.
Can CyberScop guarantee that my website is secure?
No. Each tool checks a specific set of signals and can find certain issues, but no single check can detect every vulnerability or guarantee complete security. For business-critical systems, get a full assessment from a qualified professional.
Does CyberScop store what I look up?
We do not keep your lookups against your identity. Standard server logs are kept briefly for security. The Privacy Policy explains the details.
How can I contact CyberScop?
Use the contact page to ask a question, report a bug, suggest a tool or discuss a partnership. You can also email hello@cyberscop.com.
Questions, ideas or a tool you'd like to see?
We read every message, from bug reports to partnership ideas.