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Micro guides that cut the fluff and give you exactly what you need to protect your family. Based on army manuals, government guides, and expert courses.

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You don't need a bunker. You need a plan. These starter guides will get you and your family squared away in a weekend.

Water Storage 101

How much water you actually need, how to store it safely, and three methods to purify water when the tap stops running.

  • Storage calculator
  • Purification methods
  • Container recommendations

Food Storage Basics

Build a 30-day food supply your family will actually eat. No freeze-dried astronaut meals required.

  • 30-day meal framework
  • Shelf-life cheat sheet
  • Rotation system

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Whether you're building your first kit or planning advanced scenarios, we've got you covered.

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The Complete Starter Bundle

All 5 beginner guides in one package. Everything you need to get your household prepared from zero.

The Bug-Out Bag Blueprint

Exactly what goes in your bag, why, and how to pack it. Covers 72 hours on the move for any climate.

Emergency First Aid

Critical medical skills and supplies when 911 isn't coming. Written with guidance from field medic manuals.

Urban Evacuation Plan

How to get out of a city when everyone else is trying to do the same. Routes, timing, and contingencies.

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The 72-Hour Home Kit

Survive 3 days at home when stores are empty and power is out.

Water Storage 101

How much, how to store it, and how to purify it.

Food Storage Basics

Build a 30-day food supply your family will actually eat.

Emergency First Aid

Critical medical skills when 911 isn't coming.

The Bug-Out Bag Blueprint

Exactly what goes in your bag, why, and how to pack it.

Urban Evacuation Plan

Get out of a city when everyone else is trying to leave.

Power When the Grid Goes Down

Solar, generators, and battery backups — what actually works.

Home Defense Fundamentals

Securing your home and family. Layers of defense that work.

Comms When Networks Fail

HAM radio basics, mesh networks, and signal plans for your family.

Long-Term Food Preservation

Canning, dehydrating, and storing food for 1-25 years.

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"Finally, no fearmongering. Just practical steps. I bought the full bundle and my wife actually read through them with me. That never happens."

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Preparedness Shouldn't Be Overwhelming

Geopolitical instability. Climate change. Supply chain disruptions. The threats are real, but the solutions don't have to be complicated.

We created MicroPrepared because we were tired of 400-page survival books, fear-driven sales tactics, and conflicting advice. So we did what any reasonable person would do — we read 270+ books, army manuals, government guides, and expert courses, and distilled them into clear, step-by-step micro guides.

Each guide is designed to be finished in one sitting and acted on immediately. No fluff. No filler. Just the essential information you need to be a little more prepared today than you were yesterday.

270+ Sources Researched
12 Guides & Growing
100% Actionable Steps

Our Sources Include:

  • U.S. Army Survival Manual (FM 21-76)
  • FEMA Emergency Preparedness Guides
  • Red Cross Disaster Preparedness
  • SAS Survival Handbook
  • CDC Emergency Preparedness
  • Wilderness Medical Society Guidelines
  • HAM Radio Emergency Protocols
  • + 260 more books, courses & manuals

Frequently Asked Questions

What format are the guides in?

All guides are delivered as beautifully formatted PDFs that you can read on any device, print out, or store offline. You get instant access after purchase.

I'm a complete beginner. Where should I start?

Start with "The 72-Hour Home Kit" — it's our most popular guide and covers the absolute basics every household needs. From there, Water Storage 101 and Food Storage Basics are natural next steps. Or grab the Complete Starter Bundle and save.

I'm already an experienced prepper. Is this for me?

Absolutely. Our guides are distilled from 270+ expert sources, many of which you may not have encountered. Even experienced preppers find gaps in their plans. The advanced guides on communications, home defense, and long-term food preservation go well beyond beginner territory.

How are these different from free content online?

Free content is scattered, often contradictory, and buried in ads and affiliate links. Our guides are curated from verified, expert sources, organized into clear action steps, and designed to be completed in one sitting. No scrolling through forums or watching 45-minute YouTube videos for one tip.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes. If you're not satisfied with any guide, contact us within 30 days for a full refund. No questions asked.

Will you be adding more guides?

Yes! We're constantly researching and developing new guides. Bundle purchases include lifetime access to updates and new additions in that category.

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You don't need to prepare for everything at once. Pick one guide. Take one step. That's all it takes to be more prepared than 90% of people.

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