Learn Website Hacking Online: Free Course with AI Tutor & Certificate
Web vulnerabilities can expose applications and user data. This course addresses that problem through 6 modules: Introduction to Website Hacking; Reconnaissance and Information Gathering; Exploiting Common Web Vulnerabilities; Web Application Security Testing Tools; Securing Web Applications; and Advanced Website Hacking Techniques. You'll identify weaknesses, use Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP, test common attacks, and recommend fixes.
What you'll learn in this Website Hacking course
Five concrete outcomes you'll walk away with, each mapped to modules in the curriculum below.
Identify and analyze various types of website vulnerabilities and understand their implications.
Utilize both passive and active information gathering techniques to effectively conduct reconnaissance on web applications.
Exploit common web vulnerabilities such as XSS, SQL Injection, and CSRF to understand their impact and prevention strategies.
Employ web application security testing tools like Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP for both automated and manual security assessments.
Implement secure coding practices and utilize web application firewalls to enhance the security posture of web applications.
Website Hacking course syllabus
01 Introduction to Website Hacking
- Understanding Website Security Basics
- Types of Website Vulnerabilities
- Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Setting Up a Safe Testing Environment
02 Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
- Passive Information Gathering Techniques
- Active Information Gathering Techniques
- Using Tools for Reconnaissance
- Analyzing Gathered Data
03 Exploiting Common Web Vulnerabilities
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
- SQL Injection
- Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
- File Inclusion Vulnerabilities
04 Web Application Security Testing Tools
- Introduction to Burp Suite
- Using OWASP ZAP
- Automated Scanning Tools
- Manual Testing Techniques
05 Securing Web Applications
- Implementing Secure Coding Practices
- Using Web Application Firewalls
- Regular Security Audits
- Patch Management and Updates
06 Advanced Website Hacking Techniques
- Session Hijacking
- Remote Code Execution
- Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)
- Advanced SQL Injection Techniques
Real-world projects you'll work on
Practice the exact kind of work Website Hacking professionals do on the job.
Penetration Testing Simulation for Google: Identifying and Mitigating Web Vulnerabilities
Ethical Hacking Challenge: Securing Facebook's Web Applications Against Advanced Threats
Reconnaissance and Exploitation: A Case Study on Amazon's Website Security
Building a Secure Web Environment: Implementing Best Practices for Microsoft's Online Services
Skills you'll gain
Add these to your LinkedIn profile and resume the day you finish.
Who should take this Website Hacking course?
And exactly what you need before starting (spoiler: almost nothing).
This course is for
- Students in India who want website hacking for beginners, starting with Website Security Basics
- Web developers who want to apply Secure Coding Practices and Web Application Firewalls
- Working professionals moving toward website penetration testing or web application security roles
- QA and security learners who want practice with Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP and Manual Testing Techniques
Prerequisites
- No prior website hacking experience is required.
- Basic familiarity with how websites and web applications work is helpful.
- Use only a safe testing environment and systems you own or are authorized to assess.
How learning works on LearnTube
The structure of a bootcamp, the price of free.
AI curates your path
Our AI picks the top 1% of video content for each topic and arranges it into a structured, goal-based curriculum. No more tutorial roulette.
Learn, then get quizzed
After every lesson, your AI tutor asks you a question and gives personalised feedback on your answer, so gaps get fixed immediately.
Finish with proof
Complete the course, build the capstone project, and claim a certificate recognised by 900+ hiring partners.
A complete Website Hacking course: free, structured and job-focused
Web vulnerabilities can expose applications and user data, so this planned web hacking course teaches you how to find weaknesses, assess their impact and choose suitable defenses. Its 6 modules are Introduction to Website Hacking, Reconnaissance and Information Gathering, Exploiting Common Web Vulnerabilities, Web Application Security Testing Tools, Securing Web Applications, and Advanced Website Hacking Techniques. You'll begin with Website Security Basics, Legal and Ethical Considerations, and Setting Up a Safe Testing Environment. The syllabus then covers passive and active reconnaissance, XSS, SQL Injection and CSRF. Later topics include Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Secure Coding Practices, Web Application Firewalls, Session Hijacking, Remote Code Execution and SSRF.
LearnTube pairs AI-curated YouTube video lessons with an AI-tutor quiz after every lesson, giving this website penetration testing course more structure than an unplanned playlist. You won't simply watch demonstrations. Planned project work includes Penetration Testing Simulation for Google: Identifying and Mitigating Web Vulnerabilities; Ethical Hacking Challenge: Securing Facebook's Web Applications Against Advanced Threats; Reconnaissance and Exploitation: A Case Study on Amazon's Website Security; and Building a Secure Web Environment: Implementing Best Practices for Microsoft's Online Services. These simulations and case studies connect reconnaissance, testing and mitigation without suggesting unauthorized access to brand systems. Learning is free, and you can choose an optional paid certificate after completing the course.
Jobs you can target after learning Website Hacking
Website Hacking is a gateway skill for some of the fastest-growing roles in tech.
Tests authorized web applications for vulnerabilities such as XSS, SQL Injection and CSRF.
Conducts reconnaissance and uses tools such as Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP during approved assessments.
Reviews web risks and recommends secure coding, firewall, audit and patching measures.
Performs automated scanning and manual testing to document web application weaknesses.
Typical entry-level salary ranges in India as of November 2026. Actual compensation varies by city, company and experience.
Earn a Website Hacking certificate employers recognise
Finish the course and claim a certificate you can share anywhere.
- Learn 100% free: every lesson, quiz and the AI tutor cost nothing
- Claim your certificate when you complete the course (an optional paid add-on)
- Recognised by 900+ hiring partners across India
- One click to share on LinkedIn and add to your resume
Why learners choose LearnTube
Real reviews from Google. You learn free, you get assessed free, and you pay only if you want the certificate.
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The interface is user-friendly and intuitive, making it easy to navigate the course. I encountered no errors during my time using the platform, which was a refreshing change from other online learning platforms.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything learners ask before starting this Website Hacking course.
Can I earn a certificate for completing this website hacking course?
Yes. Learning the course is free, while the certificate is an optional paid add-on. It records Website Hacking as the completed subject and can be added to a CV or LinkedIn profile after you finish the course.
How does this course compare with plain website hacking tutorials on YouTube?
LearnTube adds structure that plain YouTube tutorials don't provide. AI-curated video lessons follow the planned syllabus, and an AI-tutor quiz after every lesson checks your understanding of topics such as XSS, SQL Injection and CSRF.
What tools or software will I need for the course?
The planned syllabus covers Setting Up a Safe Testing Environment, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP and Automated Scanning Tools. Exact installation choices can follow the curated lesson instructions, and testing should remain limited to systems you own or may assess.
Do I need prior experience to learn website hacking?
No prior website hacking experience is required. Basic familiarity with websites and a willingness to follow legal and ethical boundaries will help. The opening module covers Website Security Basics, Legal and Ethical Considerations, and Setting Up a Safe Testing Environment.
Is this web hacking course self-paced?
Yes. You can move through the 6 planned modules at your own pace, revisiting curated lessons and AI-tutor quizzes as needed. The syllabus progresses from website security basics and reconnaissance to advanced techniques such as SSRF and Remote Code Execution.
Is the website hacking course free?
Yes. The learning content and AI-tutor quizzes are free to access. Payment applies only if you choose the optional certificate after completing the website hacking course, so you can study the full planned syllabus without buying the add-on.
Which web vulnerabilities does the planned syllabus cover?
The planned syllabus covers XSS, SQL Injection and CSRF. It also addresses File Inclusion Vulnerabilities and Session Hijacking. Advanced topics include Remote Code Execution and SSRF, while defensive lessons cover Secure Coding Practices and Web Application Firewalls alongside audits and updates.
Does the website penetration testing course include projects?
Planned hands-on work includes Reconnaissance and Exploitation: A Case Study on Amazon's Website Security and Building a Secure Web Environment: Implementing Best Practices for Microsoft's Online Services. These projects connect reconnaissance findings with mitigation and secure configuration choices.
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