Straight Answers About Technology. No Strings Attached.
Seglamater is not a tech support company. We do not remote into your machine, take over your screen, or push products you do not need. We are a consulting company — we sit down with you, listen to your question, and give you an honest answer.
Whether it is something simple — "What is a VPN?" — or something involved — "I want to build a home automation system" — we are here to talk it through with you. A real person, not a chatbot, not a script. Just a straightforward conversation about technology.
Big consulting firms charge hundreds of dollars an hour and cater to corporations. We charge a fraction of that and cater to you. Your data stays yours. Your privacy comes first. Our recommendations are honest because we do not have sponsors, affiliate deals, or products to sell.
No other company we know of exists purely as a technology helpline for everyday people — one that puts your privacy above everything else. That is why Seglamater exists.
What We Help With
Technology Consulting
One-on-one guidance for making smart decisions about your devices, software, and online services. Whether you are choosing a new laptop, setting up a password manager, or weighing your options on a streaming service — we help you cut through the noise and make a confident choice.
- Buying advice (computers, phones, tablets, smart home devices)
- Software recommendations (privacy-respecting alternatives to Big Tech)
- Account setup and organization
- Data backup planning
- Migrating between platforms (Gmail to ProtonMail, Windows to Linux, etc.)
Home Network Education
Understand your Wi-Fi, router, and connected devices instead of just hoping they work. We walk you through your setup, explain what everything does, and teach you how to manage it going forward.
- Wi-Fi troubleshooting and optimization
- Router settings walkthrough
- Guest network setup
- Connected device inventory (smart TVs, cameras, thermostats)
- Parental controls and content filtering
Privacy & Security
Learn how to protect your personal information, recognize scams, and keep your family safe online. We explain what the real risks are — not the ones designed to sell you antivirus software.
- Privacy checkups (browser, phone, social media settings)
- Password management setup and training
- Recognizing phishing, scams, and social engineering
- Secure communication tools (encrypted email, messaging)
- Smart home privacy (what your devices are reporting and to whom)
- Data broker opt-outs
Device Coaching
Learn to confidently use your phone, tablet, computer, or smart home devices. We meet you where you are — no assumptions about what you already know, no judgment for what you do not.
- Getting started with a new device
- Accessibility features (larger text, voice control, screen readers)
- App management and recommendations
- Photo and file organization
- Keeping devices updated and secure
Building & Project Guidance
Want to build a PC? Set up a home server? Automate your lights? We walk you through the planning, the parts, and the process — step by step, at your pace.
- Custom PC builds (component selection, compatibility, assembly guidance)
- Home automation planning (smart lights, thermostats, voice assistants)
- Home lab and server setup
- Media center and streaming setup
- NAS and local storage planning
Small Business Privacy Consulting
Help your business understand and meet privacy requirements without hiring a full-time compliance team. We translate legal and technical requirements into plain-language action items you can act on.
- State privacy law compliance (Texas, California, and others)
- Website privacy policy review
- Customer data handling practices
- Employee privacy awareness training
- Vendor and third-party data sharing review
All sessions are remote — phone, video call, or screen share. We work with clients anywhere.
How It Works
Reach out (free)
Submit a request through our website, send us an email, or give us a call. Tell us what you need help with. There is no charge to ask.
We discuss your needs
We follow up to understand your situation and agree on an hourly rate before any billable work begins. No surprises.
We meet on your terms
Sessions happen by phone, video call, or screen share — whatever works best for you. We work around your schedule.
You learn, we step back
Our goal is to make you confident and independent. We teach you how to handle things yourself.
Pricing
Rates start at $25/hour and are agreed upon before your first session. The rate depends on the scope and complexity of what you need — simple questions cost less, specialized consulting costs more.
| Situation | Typical Rate |
|---|---|
| Quick questions, buying advice, basic guidance | $25/hr |
| Training sessions, privacy checkups, device coaching | $25 – $50/hr |
| Home network review, project planning, multi-topic sessions | $50 – $75/hr |
| Small business privacy consulting, compliance review | $75 – $100/hr |
You only pay for the time you use. Sessions are billed in 15-minute increments with a 15-minute minimum. No retainers, no contracts.
Common Packages
Privacy Checkup
Review of your browser, phone, and social media privacy settings with recommendations.
New Device Setup Guidance
Walk through setting up a new phone, tablet, or computer with privacy-respecting defaults.
Home Network Review
Inventory of your connected devices, router security review, and recommendations.
PC Build Consultation
Component selection, compatibility check, and step-by-step assembly guidance.
Small Business Privacy Audit
Review of website privacy practices, customer data handling, and compliance gaps. Includes a written report with prioritized action items.
Ongoing Advisory
Monthly check-in call plus priority email support for businesses that need ongoing guidance.
All prices are estimates and may be adjusted based on scope. We always agree on pricing before work begins.
What You Get
- Honest, jargon-free explanations from a real person
- Recommendations for free and open-source tools whenever possible
- No affiliate links, no kickbacks, no product sales
We will never recommend something we would not use ourselves.
What We Do Not Do
We want to be upfront about what Seglamater is — and what it is not.
- We do not remote into your devices or take control of your screen. We guide you through steps so you learn to do it yourself.
- We do not sell hardware or software. Our recommendations are unbiased because we have nothing to sell you.
- We do not provide managed IT services. We are not an outsourced IT department. We are educators and advisors.
- We do not collect or store your personal data. We practice the same privacy standards we teach.
Seglamater is a consulting company, not a repair shop. We teach you to understand your technology so you can make your own decisions with confidence.
What Clients Say
We are building this section. If you have worked with us and would like to share your experience, reach out at Info@Seglamater.com.
Free Resources
Not ready for a paid session? Start learning on your own at our free community workshop.
- Blog posts, guides, and tutorials
- Privacy scanner — test any website's privacy practices
- Browser extension for real-time privacy scores
- Community discussions and Q&A
The workshop is free, forever, for everyone. No account required to read.
Ready to talk?
Reaching out is free. Tell us what you need help with — no commitment, no pressure.