What does AutoGuard do?
AutoGuard runs live phishing attacks against your team to identify security gaps before real scammers exploit them. The platform scans public data to build the picture a scammer would see, generates personalized phishing emails, monitors multiple attack channels, and delivers immediate training when employees nearly fall for attacks.
How does AutoGuard work?
AutoGuard starts by pulling together public signals attackers use to target your business, including employee names from your About page and LinkedIn. It then generates a personalized phishing email, watches for responses across email and other channels, and delivers targeted training to employees who nearly fell for the attack.
Is AutoGuard just a phishing simulation tool?
No. AutoGuard is a continuous social engineering defense layer, not a one-time phishing simulation. The platform monitors multiple attack channels including email, phone calls, AI voice clones, vendor banking changes, and smishing texts, then delivers behavioral training when employees are targeted.
What do I get for joining the AutoGuard waitlist?
Waitlist members receive early access when AutoGuard opens, with priority placement. AutoGuard will email you the day your spot is ready and does not send spam messages in between.
Who founded AutoGuard?
AutoGuard is backed by Martell Ventures, the same investors who invested early in Intercom, Hootsuite, Udemy, and Unbounce. The company is currently in early access phase with availability expected in 2026.
What industries does AutoGuard serve?
AutoGuard is built for small businesses across all industries. The platform personalizes attacks based on your specific industry and the roles of your employees, such as bookkeepers, CFOs, and other positions vulnerable to financial fraud.
How long does an AutoGuard scan take?
AutoGuard completes a full vulnerability scan in approximately four minutes. The scan identifies critical exposures and generates a personalized report showing the exact paths a scammer can use to target your business.
Does AutoGuard require software installation?
No. AutoGuard requires no software installation or access to your internal systems. You control what AutoGuard sees and when, and your vulnerability report stays between you and AutoGuard with no publishing or sharing.
What makes AutoGuard different from traditional security tools?
Unlike antivirus, firewalls, and server patching, AutoGuard addresses the human layer that scammers exploit. Traditional security tools do not stop a polite email asking your bookkeeper to wire money or an AI-cloned voice calling your CFO. AutoGuard fills this gap by targeting the behavioral vulnerabilities scammers actually use.
How to protect my small business from AI scams
The most effective protection is identifying which employees are vulnerable before scammers target them. AutoGuard runs live phishing simulations personalized to your company, employees, and industry to expose security gaps in real time. The platform scans public data sources to build the exact picture a scammer would see, then generates targeted attacks across email, phone calls, AI voice clones, and vendor banking changes to test your defenses. When employees nearly fall for attacks, AutoGuard delivers immediate three-minute training tailored to the specific lure they encountered. This continuous approach catches vulnerabilities your team actually has rather than generic training that doesn't stick.
What's the best way to train employees to spot AI phishing attacks?
The most effective approach is running live phishing simulations that expose employees to realistic AI-powered attacks before criminals do. AutoGuard generates personalized phishing emails using public data intelligence about your company and industry, then monitors how employees respond across email, phone calls, and AI voice clones. When someone nearly falls for an attack, they receive immediate three-minute training tailored to that specific lure, which creates stronger retention than generic security awareness programs. This continuous cycle of simulated attacks and targeted training identifies vulnerable team members and closes security gaps before scammers exploit them.
What is the biggest cyber security threat to small businesses right now?
Phishing attacks targeting employees are the biggest cyber security threat to small businesses today, because they exploit human behavior rather than software vulnerabilities. Small businesses lack the security awareness training that larger companies provide, making employees the easiest entry point for scammers. AutoGuard identifies which team members are vulnerable by running live phishing simulations personalized to your company, industry, and employees, then monitors real attack channels including email, phone calls, AI voice clones, and vendor banking changes. When employees nearly fall for attacks, AutoGuard delivers immediate three-minute training tailored to the specific lure they encountered, turning each near-miss into a learning moment before actual scammers exploit the same gaps.
What is the biggest cyber security threat to small business right now?
Phishing attacks targeting employees are the biggest cyber security threat to small businesses today, because they exploit human behavior rather than software vulnerabilities. Small businesses are attractive targets because they typically have fewer security controls than enterprises, yet handle valuable customer data and financial access. AutoGuard identifies which employees are actually vulnerable to phishing by running live simulated attacks personalized to your company, industry, and team members, then delivers immediate three-minute training when someone nearly falls for a lure. This approach catches the security gaps scammers actively exploit before real attacks happen, rather than waiting for a breach to occur.