Step-by-Step Setup Guide for Falcon Go

CrowdStrike Falcon® Go is designed for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that need powerful cybersecurity without the complexity. It offers next-gen antivirus, device control, and AI-powered threat detection in a simple, easy-to-use interface.

Whether you're a Solo-Preneur or managing a business, Falcon Go helps you protect endpoints, customer data, and business operations, without needing a full-time IT team. Pure Pineapple Power

Step 1: Sign Up for Falcon Go

• Visit the CrowdStrike Falcon Go page.
• Choose the plan that fits your business size. If you're an Amazon Business Prime member, you may qualify for free or discounted access.
• Start your 15-day free trial to test the platform before committing.
  
  
  

Step 2: Install the Falcon Sensor

• After signing up, you’ll receive access to the CrowdStrike Falcon Console.
  
  
• Download the Falcon Sensor for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).
  
  
• Install the sensor on each device you want to protect. This includes:
  • Laptops and Desktops
  • Point-of-sale systems
  • Mobile devices (via Falcon for Mobile)
  • Check Out These Video Tutorials --> Windows, Mac, iOS, Android

Step 3: Verify Device Protection

• Log into the Falcon Console.
• The dashboard will show:
  • Device status
  • Threat activity
  • Protection coverage
• You’ll see a unified view of all endpoints, making it easy to monitor your environment.

Step 4: Set Up Alerts and Notifications

• Customize alert settings to receive real-time notifications for:
  • Malware detection
  • Suspicious behavior
  • Policy violations
• Alerts can be sent via email or viewed in the Falcon Console.
  

 

Step 5: Configure Device Control

• Enable USB device control to prevent unauthorized data transfers.
  
  
• Set policies to block or allow specific devices (e.g., external drives, printers).
• This helps prevent accidental or malicious data exfiltration.

 

 

Step 6: Review Reports and Threat Intelligence

• Use built-in reporting tools to:
  • Track incidents
  • Review threat trends
  • Prepare for audits (e.g., PCI DSS compliance)
    
    

 

Step 7: Train Your Team

• Beaman Development offers resources to help build a security awareness training program.
• Educate staff on phishing, safe browsing, and device hygiene.
• Even basic training can dramatically reduce risk.

We Can Help

Need help deploying Falcon Go across your business? We offer Endpoint MDR services that include:

• Falcon Go deployment and configuration
• Ongoing monitoring and threat response
• Integration with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Netsuite and other platforms

Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complicated. With Falcon Go and Beaman Development, you get enterprise-grade protection in a package built for small businesses.

Contact Us to schedule a free consultation or get help setting up Falcon Go.