DMARC is your domain's shield against email spoofing and phishing—but many businesses still haven’t added it! If you want your emails to be trusted (and delivered), this episode is essential listening.

📌 In this episode, Charly breaks down:

✅ What a DMARC record is and how it protects your domain

✅ The relationship between SPF, DKIM, and DMARC

✅ How to generate and add your own DMARC record using free tools

✅ Common mistakes to avoid when publishing a DMARC policy

✅ What to monitor after it's live

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Demystifying DKIM and DMARC: Your Shields Against the Dreaded Email Spam

https://askcharlyleetham.com/12651/demystifying-dkim-and-dmarc-your-shields-against-the-dreaded-email-spam/

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Email authentication is critical for ensuring your messages land in inboxes—not spam folders. But how do you actually confirm everything is set up properly?

✅ In this episode, Charly shows you how to use MXToolbox to check your DNS records and verify that your SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records are in place and working.

🛠️ Learn how to:

* Run the right tests with MXToolbox

* Understand what each record does

* Interpret the results and fix common issues

* Know whether your domain is protected against spoofing

If you’ve ever wondered “Is my email really authenticated?”—this episode is for you. One simple tool gives you visibility into what mail servers and spam filters see. Don't skip it!

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If you're using Google Workspace to send email from your domain, setting up your SPF (Sender Policy Framework) record properly is essential to prevent spoofing, improve email deliverability, and keep your messages out of the spam folder.

✅ In this episode, Charly walks through:

🛠️ The exact SPF value to add for Google Workspace

📌 The importance of updating an EXISTING SPF record in your DNS settings

⚠️ What to avoid—like having multiple SPF records

This step is often overlooked but makes a huge difference when it comes to email security and consistency. If you want to ensure your email is trusted, this episode is for you.

The record to ADD if you don't already have SPF entry in your DNS is:

v=spf1 include:_spf.google.com ~all

If you have a SPF entry, edit the record and add the following before the ~all (or -all) at the end:

include:_spf.google.com

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If you're sending email through Google Workspace and want to improve deliverability, reduce spoofing, and stop your messages from ending up in spam—DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) is a must. But how exactly do you enable DKIM for your domain?

✅ In this episode, Charly explains:

⚙️ How to enable DKIM in your Google Workspace admin console

🛠️ What DNS record you need to add (and how to find it)

🔍 How to check if DKIM is working correctly

If you're serious about your business emails reaching inboxes—not spam folders—this quick tip will help you lock it all in properly.

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Yet another WordPress plugin has made headlines—and this time it’s the OttoKit/OttoPress plugin. It's updated now, however, hackers were able to exploit a critical vulnerability to inject admin accounts into your WordPress site. If you’ve ever installed OttoPress, and still have it installed, this episode is essential listening.

If you don't have it - the episosde is still worth listening to, to understand how to respond if it happens to you.

📌 In this episode, Charly walks you through:

✅ What this vulnerability is and why it's dangerous

✅ How to check if you’re using the OttoPress plugin

✅ The critical steps to take if it’s installed—update immediately

✅ How to audit user accounts and reset all passwords

✅ When and why you should consider changing your database credentials

🔗 Read more about the exploit:

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-exploit-ottokit-wordpress-plugin-flaw-to-add-admin-accounts/

👉 Don’t delay. Even dormant or deactivated plugins can leave you open to attack.

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Are your Mailchimp emails landing in the spam folder instead of inboxes? You’re not alone—and it’s often not Mailchimp’s fault. Deliverability is a complex game, but the good news? There are steps you can take to fix it.

📌 In this episode, Charly covers:

✅ The real reasons Mailchimp emails go to spam

✅ Why email authentication matters (SPF, DKIM, and DMARC)

✅ How to set up domain authentication in Mailchimp

💡 Whether you’re sending newsletters, marketing emails, or transactional messages—this episode is a must-listen to make sure your subscribers actually see your content.

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Want to keep your Google account safe from hackers? Turning on 2-Step Verification (also known as 2FA) is one of the best ways to lock it down—fast.

📌 In this episode, Charly walks you through:

✅ The step-by-step process to set up 2-Step Verification on your Google account using your computer

✅ What 2FA actually does and why it matters

✅ How to choose and use a trusted authenticator app

✅ Why we recommend Zoho OneAuth, Microsoft Authenticator, or Google Authenticator

✅ Important tips to make sure you’re protected without getting locked out

🛡️ Security threats aren’t going away. If your Google account is connected to your business or personal life, this episode is a must.

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Need to move content from one WordPress site to another? Whether you're consolidating blogs or launching a new site, it's surprisingly straightforward—if you know what to watch for.

📌 In this episode, Charly walks through:

✅ How to transfer content using built-in WordPress tools

✅ Why images don’t always come across—and how to fix it

✅ What to double-check before and after the move

✅ Common pitfalls that impact SEO during a content migration

✅ How to maintain your site’s credibility and rankings throughout the process

🔄 If you're managing multiple WordPress sites or rebuilding a web presence, this practical guide will help you avoid nasty surprises and keep your SEO intact.

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A new fake WordPress security plugin has been discovered, and it's giving attackers full remote admin access to vulnerable sites. The reality? These attacks won’t stop. So how can you stay ahead of the hackers and protect your website, your data, and your customers?

📌 In this episode, Charly dives into:

✅ What this latest exploit is and how it works

✅ Why fake plugins are becoming more common

✅ What to do now to reduce your risk

✅ What to do if your site has already been compromised

✅ How to recover and clean a hacked site

💣 This is a must-listen if you manage a WordPress website. Don’t wait until it’s too late.

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On April 30, Bleeping Computer released an advisory warning about a sophisticated phishing attack targeting WooCommerce store owners. This attack tricks users into downloading and installing a malicious plugin, compromising their websites.

📌 In this episode, Charly breaks down:

✅ What this phishing scam looks like and how it works

✅ What signs to look for in a fake security notice

✅ Why you should never download plugins from unofficial sources

✅ How to verify official WooCommerce communications

✅ Practical steps you can take right now to protect your store

🛡️ If you run a WooCommerce site, you need to listen to this one—it’s all about staying safe, informed, and secure.

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