Nick Francis

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How to Secure Your Home Wi-Fi Network (Even If You’re Not Techy)

Securing your home Wi-Fi network doesn’t require technical expertise – just the right guidance and a bit of patience. This step-by-step guide transforms your router from a digital security risk into a family-safe network that protects your children’s devices, prevents unauthorised access, and maintains fast speeds for everyone.

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How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication Across Your Business Tools

Two-factor authentication (2FA) isn’t just a nice-to-have anymore, it’s an essential line of defence for businesses of all sizes. With cyber threats constantly evolving, 2FA can block up to 99.22% of account breaches. In this guide, I’ll share exactly how to implement 2FA across your business tools, streamline the process for your team, and future-proof your security setup without disrupting your daily operations.

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Family Password: Create a Secret Code to Keep Your Kids Safe

A family password saved my 4-year-old from an unauthorised pickup last month. This simple code word takes five minutes to set up but provides years of protection against stranger danger, emergency scams, and those increasingly clever AI voice clones. Here’s exactly how to create one that your kids will remember and actually use.

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How to Run a Nanny Background Check (Step-by-Step Guide)

I’ve screened more babysitters and nannies than I care to admit for my two under five. Here I walk you step by step through a nanny background check in 2025: the free searches that work, when to use a professional service, the red flags that end the conversation, and the legal bits that matter.

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How to Create Family Technology Rules (With No Kickback)

I don’t know where we’d be without our family technology rules. That’s a lie. I know exactly where we’d be, and I don’t have the capacity for more toddler meltdowns. If you don’t either, this guide is for you. After months of trial and error, we’ve finally nailed the tech rules that work for our family best. From simple visual rules for toddlers to progressive freedom for teens, these strategies transform homes from a battlefield to a place where technology enhances family life rather than dominates it. If we managed it, trust me, you can too.

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The Hidden Dangers of Social Media: Sexting, Bullying & More

I spent two years researching the hidden dangers of social media. What I found completely knocked me off my seat. In this guide I break down everything from common cyberbullying tactics to sextortion rings., and explain how it works, how to identify the signs, and how to protect against it.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Online Safety: Monitoring vs Trust

Talking to your kids about online safety isn’t always easy, especially when you’re stuck between watching everything they do and giving them room to grow. I’ve been there. This guide shares what’s actually worked for our family: open conversations, age-appropriate boundaries, and trust built over time. From early years to teens, you’ll find real examples, scripts, and tools to help you stay involved without overstepping.

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Qustodio Review (2025): Can It Solve Your Parenting Worries?

With so many devices and distractions, keeping kids safe online can feel overwhelming. Qustodio is a parental control app designed to make things simpler by helping you manage screen time, block harmful content, and track activity across multiple devices. In this review, I’ll walk you through how Qustodio works, what features you get (even on the free plan), and whether it’s the right fit for your family in 2025.

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Net Nanny Review (2025): Can It Still Keep Kids Safe?

Net Nanny has been one of the most trusted parental control apps for years, but in 2025, many parents are asking: does it still keep up with the way kids use tech today? As a parent myself, I wanted to find out if it really helps balance screen time, block harmful content, and protect kids without going overboard.

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How to Use Built-In Parental Controls on Social Media

Social media platforms say they’re getting better at keeping kids safe, but are their built-in parental controls actually any good? I’ve tested what Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and others offer, and here’s the short version: some features are useful, but most need a reality check. This guide breaks down what’s worth using, what to skip, and what parents really need to know.

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How to Secure Your Small Business Without an IT Team

Keeping your small business safe online doesn’t have to be stressful or expensive. With just a few simple steps, you can feel confident and in control. I’ll walk you through the tools and tips I’d share with any business owner who wants to protect what they’ve built.

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