What Are the Best Free Tools for Ethical Hacking Beginners?
Top 15 completely free ethical hacking tools for beginners in 2025: Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite Community, Metasploit, John the Ripper, Aircrack-ng, and more. Exact tools our 8,000+ students at Ethical Hacking Training Institute & Webasha Technologies start with before earning ₹12 to 50 LPA jobs at Deloitte, EY, Indian banks, and MNCs.
Introduction
You don’t need a single rupee to start ethical hacking in 2025. These 15 completely free tools are used by every professional pentester worldwide. Our 8,000+ placed students at Ethical Hacking Training Institute & Webasha Technologies begin with exactly these tools on Day 1, master them in 3–6 months, and land ₹12–50 LPA jobs at Deloitte, EY, Paytm, Indian banks, and global firms — all without ever buying any paid software.
Top 15 Best FREE Ethical Hacking Tools for Beginners (2025)
| Rank | Tool | Purpose | Why Beginners Love It |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kali Linux | Complete hacking OS | Everything pre-installed |
| 2 | Nmap | Network scanning | Easy commands, powerful results |
| 3 | Wireshark | Packet analysis | Visual & beginner filters |
| 4 | Burp Suite Community | Web testing | Free proxy + repeater |
| 5 | Metasploit Framework | Exploitation | Step-by-step exploits |
| 6 | John the Ripper | Password cracking | Fast & simple |
| 7 | Aircrack-ng | Wi-Fi attacks | Full Wi-Fi cracking suite |
| 8 | SQLmap | SQL injection | One command = full DB dump |
| 9 | Hydra | Brute-force | Login cracker for everything |
| 10 | Gobuster | Directory brute-force | Super fast |
| 11 | Nikto | Web server scanner | One-click scan |
| 12 | OpenVAS | Vulnerability scanner | Free Nessus alternative |
| 13 | Maltego CE | OSINT | Visual intelligence |
| 14 | Shodan (free) | IoT search engine | Find exposed devices |
| 15 | SearchSploit | Exploit DB | Offline exploit search |
Our Beginner Lab Setup (Used Daily by Students)
- Pre-installed Kali Linux VM with all 15 tools ready
- Free vulnerable labs: DVWA, WebGoat, Metasploitable 2/3
- Daily guided beginner challenges
- Free wordlists, scripts, and cheat sheets
- TryHackMe & HackTheBox walkthrough support
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Career After Mastering These Free Tools
Graduates become Junior Penetration Tester, Security Analyst, Bug Bounty Hunter (₹12–50 LPA) at Deloitte, EY, TCS, Wipro, Paytm, Indian banks, and global firms. Many clear CEH Practical, CompTIA PenTest+, and start OSCP prep — all using only free tools.
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Step-by-Step Plan to Master These Tools (Do This Today)
- Download & install Kali Linux (VM or live USB)
- Learn basic Linux commands (ls, cd, cat)
- Start with Nmap → scan your home router
- Set up Burp Suite → intercept your browser
- Install Metasploitable 2 → exploit with Metasploit
- Practice daily 2–3 hours on TryHackMe free rooms
- Join our lab for guided practice & 100% job placement
Conclusion
These 15 free tools are used by every professional hacker on the planet. Master them and your first ₹12–50 LPA job is guaranteed. Our 8,000+ students started exactly here with zero cost. Join Ethical Hacking Training Institute & Webasha Technologies — India’s only institute that teaches from absolute zero using only free tools first and gives 100% written job placement. New batches every Monday in classroom Pune plus 100% live online.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to spend money to start ethical hacking?
No. All 15 tools are 100% free forever. Our students start with zero investment.
Which tool should a complete beginner learn first?
Nmap → Burp Suite Community → Metasploit. This exact sequence is followed by all our students.
Is Kali Linux completely free?
Yes. Kali Linux and every tool listed here are free and open-source forever.
Which is the only institute in India that starts with 100% free tools?
Only Ethical Hacking Training Institute & Webasha Technologies. We don’t force you to buy anything in the beginning.
Can girls learn ethical hacking and get high-paying jobs?
Absolutely yes. 40% of our placed students are women earning ₹15–50 LPA.
I am from non-IT background (B.Com, BA, B.Sc). Can I still learn?
Yes. 70% of our students are non-IT. We teach everything from zero.
What salary can freshers expect after mastering these tools?
₹12–25 LPA within 6–9 months. Many get ₹30+ LPA after OSCP.
When is the next batch starting?
Every Monday — both classroom (Pune) and 100% live online.
Is there 100% job placement guarantee?
Yes. Written 100% placement guarantee in agreement.
Is there a free demo class?
Yes. Every Saturday at 11 AM (online + offline). Parents are welcome.
Are weekend batches available?
Yes. Full weekend lab access with live classes.
Do you provide ready-to-use Kali Linux VM?
Yes. Pre-installed with all 15 tools + vulnerable labs.
Can I get a job abroad after the course?
Yes. Many students placed in USA, Dubai, Singapore, Israel with $100K–$200K packages.
Is TryHackMe or HackTheBox enough without institute?
No. You need guided lab + placement support. That’s why our students get jobs 10× faster.
How to book seat or attend demo?
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