{"id":13931,"date":"2025-10-15T10:56:35","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/?p=13931"},"modified":"2025-10-15T13:17:56","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T12:17:56","slug":"cyber-insurance-virtual-assistants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/cyber-insurance-virtual-assistants","title":{"rendered":"Do virtual assistants need cyber insurance?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/man-summoning-a-genie-from-his-laptop_shutterstock_graphic.jpg\" alt=\"Cyber insurance for virtual assistants acts like a genie, saving you when times are tough\" class=\"wp-image-19721\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:300px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/man-summoning-a-genie-from-his-laptop_shutterstock_graphic.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/man-summoning-a-genie-from-his-laptop_shutterstock_graphic-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Virtual assistants (VAs) help businesses up and down the country run better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the end of 2025, the <a href=\"https:\/\/marksparksolutions.com\/reports\/uk-virtual-assistant-services-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UK virtual assistant industry is expected to be worth almost \u00a3750 million<\/a>. And it\u2019s forecast to grow by around 33% a year until 2030.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no doubt that VAs have become a vital part of how many businesses run in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But having clients rely on you, and often working solo, can bring its own challenges. If something goes wrong, you\u2019ve got to be ready to jump into action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Waking up to a PC infected with malware or ransomware is the last thing you want on a Monday morning. So how can you protect yourself? And what should you do if it happens?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Virtual threat, real problems<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybercrime is no joke. In 2025, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/statistics\/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2025\/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">43% of all UK businesses experienced some form of cybersecurity attack or breach.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybercriminals usually want one thing: data. They\u2019ll go where they can find the most data for the least amount of effort. A lot of the time, that\u2019s a small business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2025, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/statistics\/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2025\/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the average cost of a cyber-attack on a UK business was \u00a33,550<\/a>. But certain types of cybercrime, like data breaches, will set you back a lot more. Not to mention the cost of a breach to your reputation. That can be a difficult loss to swallow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reality is, as a virtual assistant, you get targeted because of the data you use and store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/cyber-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cyber insurance<\/a> for virtual assistants is a vital tool in combatting the harmful effects of cybercrime and covers you if you\u2019re hacked. We\u2019ll talk about how in the next section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> But there are other ways to stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Cyber Security Centre has put together some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncsc.gov.uk\/collection\/small-business-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">useful advice for small businesses<\/a>. It has helpful guidance as well as simple steps to reduce the risk of falling victim to cybercrime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But even with a cybersecurity strategy, breaches happen. When they do, you might struggle to work. Or you could be staring down the barrel of an expensive legal process if you&#8217;re sued. That\u2019s where cyber insurance comes in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Protect yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/cyber-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cyber insurance<\/a> for virtual assistants helps your business deal with the damage a cyber-attack or breach can cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It covers your direct costs, like paying for your legal fees or a ransomware negotiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also add on optional cyber business interruption cover. So you\u2019ll be able to claim back your lost income and extra working costs. Or extra cover for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/a-guide-to-social-engineering-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social engineering<\/a> and financial cybercrime \u2013 two of the most common forms of cybercrime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019re hit by an attack, it also sends in experts to help you recover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start, a team of cybersecurity experts will stop the attack, if necessary, shore up your security, restore your systems, and get everything under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After they\u2019ve worked their magic, the legal experts are sent in. They speak to the right people for you \u2013 like the <a href=\"https:\/\/ico.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Information Commissioner\u2019s Office<\/a> (ICO) \u2013 and help you sort out any other complicated legal things, like compensation if your clients sue you for the breach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A PR team will also get involved. They\u2019ll help you speak to your clients about the breach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh, and just so you know, if any of your suppliers cause a breach, you\u2019ll be covered. It won\u2019t help you with the awkward conversation afterwards, though!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Different cyber insurance policies cover different things. Most basic ones don&#8217;t cover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncsc.gov.uk\/information\/ncsc-glossary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social engineering<\/a> or financial cybercrime. For that, you\u2019ll generally need to add on some extra cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Social engineering is a type of attack that manipulates someone into accidentally giving away information or doing something for a cybercriminal. This could be leaking data, sending money, or revealing login info.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/firewalltimes.com\/social-engineering-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About 98% of breaches use some kind of social engineering<\/a>. If you\u2019re shopping around, make sure to read the policy wording carefully before signing on the dotted line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s the difference between cyber insurance and professional indemnity insurance?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/professional-indemnity-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">professional indemnity insurance<\/a>. It covers you if someone accuses you of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/blog\/what-does-negligence-mean\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">negligence<\/a>, poor service, or acting in bad faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s perfect for protecting against loads of things that can lead to bringing the lawyers in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might\u2019ve been wondering this whole time: doesn\u2019t professional indemnity cover me against cyber-attacks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The short answer is, probably not. A lot of policies don\u2019t allow claims for cybersecurity and data protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cyber insurance fills these gaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get up to speed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowledge is half the battle when it comes to cybercrime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cyber insurance policies come with training to get you up to speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It teaches you about social engineering attacks, like phishing. And it helps you spot dodgy emails and texts that might lead to a data breach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.csoonline.com\/article\/3440069\/uk-cybersecurity-statistics-you-need-to-know.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">In 2023, <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.knowbe4.com\/88-percent-of-data-breaches-are-caused-by-human-error\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stanford University research found that around 88% of all data breaches are caused by human error<\/a>. Being clued up can mean never clicking on a bad link or sending money to a faraway prince. Trust us, it\u2019s not a safe investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what happens if you do click on that link offering a lifetime supply of free chocolate? (Because let\u2019s face it, who wouldn\u2019t?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can contact most cyber insurers 24\/7. So even if you click that link at 1am, they can get to work straight away. And it gives you a better chance of recovering quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some will even continue to support you after the breach is fixed. Their experts can help you put in a bunch of new systems to protect you in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find out more about cyber insurance for virtual assistants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cyber-attacks happen every day. They could be your fault. Or you could just be an unlucky target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The outcomes of an attack are really difficult to deal with. Especially as a virtual assistant where time is money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t leave it to chance. Find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.policybee.co.uk\/cyber-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cyber insurance<\/a>. Or call our team on <strong>0345 222 5391<\/strong>.<br><br><em>Image used under license from Shutterstock.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Virtual assistants (VAs) help businesses up and down the country run better. By the end of 2025, the UK virtual assistant industry is expected to be worth almost \u00a3750 million. 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