Browser extensions seem harmless — until they’re not. In this episode, Charly dives deep into how those tiny tools could create massive vulnerabilities for your business. From malicious data leaks to compliance nightmares, you'll learn what’s really at stake.

📌 You’ll discover:

✅ Why excessive extension permissions can expose your business

✅ How even “safe” extensions might sell your user data

✅ Real-world cases of extensions turning into spyware

✅ The productivity costs of buggy or distracting add-ons

✅ Why compliance (GDPR, HIPAA) can be at risk from browser misuse

🔗 Tips include auditing your extensions, training your team, and using enterprise tools.

🛡️ Don’t wait for a breach — secure your browsers before it’s too late.

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Most people think of SEO as keywords and content, but there's a powerful element that’s often overlooked: accessibility. In this episode, Charly reveals how making your website accessible not only helps users with disabilities but can also improve search rankings and shield your business from costly lawsuits.

📌 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How accessibility features like alt text and headers improve SEO

✅ Why fast-loading, clean code benefits both users and search engines

✅ The legal risks of ignoring accessibility (ADA, WCAG, international standards)

✅ Easy steps you can take today to improve website accessibility

✅ Why accessibility is not a one-time fix, but ongoing maintenance

🔗 Accessibility tools mentioned: WAVE, Lighthouse

🛡️ Investing in accessibility is cheaper than lawsuits — and better for your brand.

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In today’s episode, Charly dives into the world of “Shadow IT” — the unapproved tools and apps your team or subcontractors might be using without your knowledge.

This isn’t just a big business problem. Even small businesses face real risks when team members use unapproved tech to get the job done. From data security breaches to duplicated costs and lost information, Shadow IT can quietly erode your business.

📌 In this episode, Charly covers:

✅ What Shadow IT is and how it shows up in small teams

✅ Why subcontractors often amplify this hidden risk

✅ Real data privacy, compliance, and reputational issues

✅ How to manage Shadow IT without killing flexibility

✅ A real example from Charly’s own CRM setup

🔗 Practical takeaway: Don’t lock everything down. Set smart guardrails, ask your team what they actually use, and keep communication open.

🛡️ Security starts with visibility and open dialogue — not crackdowns.

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Not all email setups are created equal. If you've ever wondered what POP, IMAP, and Exchange really mean — and which one is best for your business — this episode is for you.

Charly breaks down each protocol in plain English, helping you understand their strengths, weaknesses, and real-world use cases. Plus, he shares why modern cloud-based systems like Google Workspace, Zoho Mail, and Microsoft 365 might be your smartest bet.

📌 In this episode:

✅ POP vs IMAP vs Exchange explained simply

✅ How email protocols affect storage, syncing, and reliability

✅ The best setup for multi-device access and business teams

✅ Why modern hosted email platforms offer better security, storage, and tools

🛡️ Bottom line: The right email setup saves you time, protects your data, and grows with you.

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Free email accounts sound great when you're starting a business on a tight budget — but are they really free?

In this episode, Charly dives deep into the hidden costs of using free Gmail, Outlook, or similar accounts for your business. From credibility issues to marketing limitations and serious security risks, you’ll discover why that "free" email might be the most expensive choice you can make.

📌 Charly breaks down:

✅ Why using @gmail.com can make you look unprofessional

✅ The hidden costs: lost emails, lack of support, and spam vulnerability

✅ Why free accounts don’t work with email marketing platforms

✅ What you gain with paid email: branding, security, control, and support

🔗 Tip: Start small with lower-cost business email options — and scale as needed.

🛡️ Bottom line? Your email is often your first impression. Make it count.

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Backups are your insurance policy — but how long should you actually keep them?

In this episode, Charly breaks down the essential strategies for website backup retention. Whether you're running a small blog or a complex e-commerce site, understanding what to keep, how long to keep it, and where to store it can make the difference between quick recovery and total disaster.

📌 You’ll learn:

✅ Why backups matter — from cyberattacks to human error

✅ The key retention strategies: daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly

✅ How to balance storage costs with business risk

✅ Why off-site and cloud backups aren’t enough on their own

✅ The importance of testing your backups regularly

🛡️ Don't wait for a disaster to find out your backups failed. Use this guide to build a smarter, more resilient website recovery plan.

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GA4 might be powerful, but is it too much for your small business?

In this episode, Charly breaks down the complexity of Google Analytics 4 (GA4), explores why many business owners are ditching it, and reveals simpler, more usable tools that might actually be a better fit for your goals.

📌 Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ Why GA4 feels confusing for so many users

✅ The real shift from session tracking to event-based models

✅ When GA4 is actually worth the effort — and when it’s not

✅ Alternatives like Beehive (from WPMU DEV), Google Search Console, and SEMrush

✅ Why usability and clarity matter more than power

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🛡️ Smart tip: Use the analytics platform you’ll actually check and understand!

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QR codes are everywhere — from menus to payments to marketing campaigns — but are they still safe?

In this episode, Charly explores the surprising security risks tied to QR code usage and shares smart ways businesses can protect their brand and their customers.

📌 You’ll discover:

✅ The real reason QR codes exploded in use (hint: not just the pandemic)

✅ How fake QR codes (quishing) trick customers into giving up personal data

✅ Steps to prevent sticker tampering and spoofed redirects

✅ How to brand and secure your QR codes effectively

✅ Why HTTPS links and regular audits are essential

🔗 Use Canva or other design tools to brand your QR codes for security and trust.

🛡️ Tip for users: Check the URL before clicking — don’t scan blindly!

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Your contact form might be working against you — without you even knowing it.

In this episode, Charly dives into how broken contact forms can silently sabotage your business by blocking leads, frustrating potential clients, and destroying your brand credibility.

📌 You’ll learn:

✅ Why broken contact forms go unnoticed until it’s too late

✅ The common causes — outdated plugins, spam filters, poor mobile optimization

✅ How to prevent lost leads with simple tests and backups

✅ The tools and habits that keep your forms reliable and responsive

✅ Legal considerations when saving form submissions

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🛡️ Pro tip: Don’t rely solely on your form — include clickable phone numbers, emails, and social media contacts too.

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Is that “WAF” checkbox on your hosting plan worth paying for? In this episode, Charly demystifies Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) — what they do, how they work, and whether your business actually needs one.

📌 You’ll learn:

✅ The difference between regular firewalls and WAFs

✅ How WAFs protect your site from login attacks, form abuse, and malicious requests

✅ The pros and cons of software, appliance, and cloud-based WAFs

✅ Why plugins alone may not be enough to secure your website

✅ When a WAF is a smart investment — and when it might be overkill

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