A local expert in your corner, before the scammers call.
First Mate Cyber specializes in protecting Ocean County seniors from phone, email, and computer scams — with a real person you can email a screenshot to and ask, "is this real?" We're glad to help neighbors of any age. Run by a professional cybersecurity engineer who investigates these scams for a living.
Online booking opens Spring 2027. Questions now? Email us.
🚩 The Red Flags Card
If you see any of these — stop and check first.
- They called, emailed, or texted you first
- They want gift cards, wire transfer, or crypto
- They say act now — no time to think
- They say keep it a secret
- You feel rushed, scared, or unsure
How First Mate Cyber Works
No apps to learn. No accounts to manage. If you can send an email, you can use First Mate Cyber.
1. Something looks off
A strange email, a text about a package, a pop-up on your computer, a call about your grandson. Don't click. Don't pay. Don't panic.
2. Send it to us
Email a photo of it, forward the message, and describe what happened. A real local person — not a call center — looks at it the same day.
3. Get a straight answer
"It's a scam — delete it," or "it's real, here's what to do." And if something already went wrong, we clean it up and secure your accounts.
What Can We Help With?
Pick what fits — each one takes you straight to the details, no scrolling required.
Monthly Protection Plans
Unlimited phone support, "is this real?" checks, and priority scheduling — from $25/month.
See plans & pricing →House Calls & Cleanup
Flat-rate, no-hourly-rate service: scam cleanup, account lockdown, safe setup, and more.
See services & prices →For Communities & Clubhouses
Seminars, a seasonal speaker series, and a monthly newsletter column for 55+ communities.
Bring us to your clubhouse →Who's Behind First Mate Cyber
A working cybersecurity engineer, his credentials, and the pledge we hold ourselves to.
Meet Anthony →Not Sure If Something's Real?
Email a photo of any suspicious message and get a straight answer — questions cost nothing.
Get in touch →Not Sure If Something's Real?
Email a photo of any suspicious email, text, or letter. Online booking opens Spring 2027.
[email protected]Serving Toms River, Berkeley, Manchester, Whiting, Brick, Lacey & all of Ocean County
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