The article discusses how bug bounty policies incentivize cybersecurity by rewarding ethical hackers who find vulnerabilities. Ethical hackers were often at one point illegal hackers that were caught and converted after they experienced lawful consequences. The literature review highlights the balance of cost and benefit cause while paying hackers may seem costly, it prevents more expensive breaches. Findings show that effective programs rely on clear guidelines, transparency, and fair compensation, encouraging ethical hackers also known as white hats to identify and report issues. The policy is ultimately presented as a proactive strategy which should lower the risk of cyber attacks by addressing weaknesses before they’re exploited.