Goldstrike Tech
Privacy & Security — IT Services & Consulting
Locally Owned — Serving the Gold Country
Technology should work for you — not against you. But between scammers targeting your inbox, Big Tech harvesting your data, and software companies pushing you to upgrade hardware you don't need, it can feel like everyone's working against you.
We're here to change that.
For Individuals & Families
No jargon. No judgment. Real help from a real neighbor who's on your side.
Digital Footprint Audits & Reduction
Find out what strangers can learn about you online — then we help you scrub it. Data brokers, public records, exposed accounts, and more.
Scam & Phishing Defense Training
Learn to spot phishing emails, phone scams, and fake websites before they cost you. Practical, plain-language training for real people.
Privacy & Security Consulting
Personalized, one-on-one guidance to lock down your accounts, devices, and online presence — on your terms, at your pace.
Threat Mitigation
We identify your vulnerabilities and put the right defenses in place — before something goes wrong, not after.
OS Migration & Setup
Done with Windows? We migrate you to Linux smoothly and completely — with full support every step of the way. Your data, your apps, your workflow — intact.
Computer Upcycling & Refurbishing
Your old computer isn't obsolete — Big Tech just wants you to think it is. We breathe new life into older hardware so you don't have to spend money you don't need to.
In-Person Tech Support & Consulting
Real help, in person, from someone who lives in your community. No overseas call centers, no runaround — just straight answers and hands-on help.
Open Source Software Alternatives
Stop paying for software you don't have to. From office suites to photo editors to password managers — we'll set you up with free, powerful tools that get the job done without the subscription fee.
Big Tech Alternatives
Break free from platforms that profit off your personal data. We'll help you find privacy-respecting alternatives to Google, Microsoft, and others — and get you set up without the headache.
Locally Owned
Serving the Gold Country — not a call center.
No Jargon
Plain language, real answers, zero condescension.
On Your Side
We work for you — not Big Tech, not advertisers.
Affordable
Enterprise-level thinking without the enterprise price tag.
For Small Business
You know you're a target. You just can't afford an enterprise IT team. We bridge that gap — practical, local, and always on your side.
Scam & Phishing Defense Training
One click from an employee can compromise your entire business. We train your team to recognize and report threats — with real-world scenarios and plain-language guidance.
Business Digital Footprint Audit
What can a bad actor find out about your business, your employees, and your systems? We find out first — and help you reduce your exposure before it becomes a liability.
Privacy & Security Consulting
Security assessments, policy recommendations, and hands-on implementation. We identify your weak points and fix them — without the enterprise price tag.
Threat Mitigation
Proactive defense against ransomware, data breaches, and social engineering. Right-sized security for your budget — before something goes wrong.
Windows Migration & OS Setup
Microsoft licensing adds up fast. We migrate your workstations to Linux — a free, stable, and secure alternative — with minimal disruption to your team. Keep your hardware, eliminate your licensing costs.
Open Source Business Tools
Replace Microsoft 365, Adobe, and other costly subscriptions with powerful free alternatives — LibreOffice, Nextcloud, GIMP, and more. Fully set up and ready for your team. Same capabilities, zero licensing fees.
Big Tech Alternatives
Break your business free from platforms that harvest your data and hold you hostage with subscription fees. We find and implement privacy-respecting alternatives that actually work for your team.
Custom Application Development
Off-the-shelf software doesn't always fit. We build custom applications tailored to your team's specific workflows — internal tools, client portals, inventory systems, scheduling apps, and more. Built to your needs, owned by you.
Computer Upcycling & Refurbishing
Don't replace hardware that still has life in it. We refurbish and redeploy older machines with Linux and open source software — capable workstations for your team at a fraction of the cost of new equipment.
In-Person IT Consulting & Support
On-site help when you need it. We come to your business, assess your setup, and provide hands-on support — no ticketing queues, no call centers. Just a real neighbor who knows your setup.