Cygnet Shield is designed for schools, small businesses and organisations that want broader protection across devices, ransomware risk, patching and web-based threats.
It includes everything in Nest Protect, then adds Heimdal DNS Security Endpoint to help block risky websites, malicious domains and command-and-control traffic before it causes damage.
From £5.99 per device / month ex VAT – 12-month minimum subscription
A stronger step up for organisations that want endpoint protection, ransomware resilience, patch management and DNS-level protection in one joined-up package.
This is where layered protection becomes much harder for attackers to work around.
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Cygnet Shield is a layered cyber security package built around practical risk reduction.
It gives you the core protection of Nest Protect, then adds DNS security to help stop people and devices reaching dangerous sites in the first place.
This is the step between “stronger endpoint protection” and “managed cyber security with 24/7 response.”
If Nest Protect feels like the right direction, Cygnet Shield is the stronger version with DNS protection included.
This gives you a clear path to stronger protection without needing to jump straight into complex solutions.
Cygnet Shield gives you stronger layered protection. But some organisations want more than prevention and patching. They want someone actively watching and responding.
That’s where Swan Guard Pro comes in.
Swan Guard Pro includes everything in Nest Protect or Cygnet Shield, and adds Heimdal MXDR, giving you 24/7 managed detection and response on top of your security stack.
Simple way to think about it:
Nest Protect = stronger protection, patching and ransomware resilience
Cygnet Shield = Nest Protect + DNS security
Swan Guard Pro = protection + 24/7 monitoring and response
No long project. No unnecessary disruption. Just a stronger, more layered approach to protection.
Not every organisation needs the same level of protection.
If you are unsure whether Cygnet Shield is the right fit, or whether Nest Protect or Swan Guard Pro makes more sense, we can help you decide.
What is included in Cygnet Shield?
Cygnet Shield includes Heimdal NGAV, Ransomware Encryption Protection, Patch & Asset Management and Heimdal DNS Security Endpoint.
How is Cygnet Shield different from Nest Protect?
Cygnet Shield includes everything in Nest Protect and adds Heimdal DNS Security Endpoint for protection against malicious websites, risky domains and unsafe web traffic.
Why is DNS security important?
DNS security helps stop devices reaching dangerous websites and malicious domains. This can reduce the risk from phishing links, malware downloads and command-and-control traffic.
Why is patch management important?
Many cyber attacks target known weaknesses in outdated software. Keeping systems up to date closes those gaps and reduces the chances of a successful attack.
Is this suitable for schools?
Yes. It is designed with schools and budget-conscious organisations in mind, especially where web-based risks, DfE expectations and cyber insurance questions are becoming harder to ignore.
Does this help with Cyber Essentials?
Yes. It supports a more structured approach to security, which aligns well with Cyber Essentials and similar requirements.
Is Swan Guard Pro an add-on to Cygnet Shield?
No. Swan Guard Pro is the next level up. It can include everything in Cygnet Shield and adds Heimdal MXDR for 24/7 managed detection and response.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. Cygnet Shield sits above Nest Protect, with a clear upgrade path to Swan Guard Pro if you later want 24/7 managed detection and response.
Can I cancel after one month?
No. This is a 12-month minimum subscription. If you are unsure, speak to us before ordering.
If you know what you need, you can go ahead and subscribe.
Ready to strengthen your protection?
Choose the number of devices and get started. If you are unsure, please contact us before ordering.
If you are comparing Nest Protect, Cygnet Shield and Swan Guard Pro, book a quick security check and we will point you in the right direction.
£5.99 Ex VAT / month for 12 months