Essential Eight self-assessment

Answer 8 quick questions — one per ACSC mitigation strategy — and get an instant maturity score with tailored recommendations.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a formal Essential Eight audit?

No. It is a quick self-assessment to give you an indicative maturity score and highlight gaps. For a verified result, book a free review with Cryptiq.

How is my score calculated?

Each of the eight mitigation strategies is scored from Maturity Level 0 to 3 based on your answers. Your overall level reflects your lowest-scoring areas, in line with how the Essential Eight is assessed.

What happens to my answers?

Your answers are scored in your browser. Your score summary is only sent to us if you choose to email yourself the report.