Beginner-Friendly On-Ramp
Plain-English intros, visual explainers, and helpful hints keep you moving forward—no jargon wall.
Learn by doing with Hack The Box Academy—short, guided paths and real, browser-based labs. If you’re a complete beginner or aiming for pentesting/SOC roles, this is the fastest way to build job-ready skills.
Start Learning on Hack The Box Academy →Plain-English intros, visual explainers, and helpful hints keep you moving forward—no jargon wall.
Hands-on challenges mirror real systems so you can practice tactics safely and build muscle memory.
Choose fundamentals, blue team, or pentesting tracks. Earn badges and create a portfolio you can show.
“The guided paths kept me from getting lost. I shipped my first full write-up in week two.”
“Labs felt like real systems. Practicing a little every day made interviews way easier.”
“Clear roadmaps and the SOC track helped me focus. I built a portfolio I could show.”
Yes. You start with fundamentals, then level up at your own pace with guardrails and hints.
No. Most learning happens in hosted, browser-based labs—safe and simple to access.
Many learners report noticeable progress in 1–2 weeks with consistent short sessions.