Are you unknowingly breaking copyright laws by using that pretty font on your website?

If you’ve ever grabbed a font online and slapped it on your site without reading the fine print—you’re not alone, but you might be at risk.

📌 In this episode, Charly breaks down:
✅ Why using “any old font” can be dangerous for your business.
✅ What to ask your developers and designers for.
✅ What to look for in a font licence before using it on your website.
✅ Tips on using Google Fonts the right way (yes, they’re free—but there’s more to it!).

🔒 Don’t get caught in a copyright mess—know your font rights and keep your brand on track.


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About the Author Charly Leetham

Charly Leetham has been in technology for over 40 years - from earning her amateur radio license at 13 to founding and running Ask Charly Leetham, a digital services business serving small businesses worldwide. After losing $1 million in a franchise failure, she rebuilt from scratch and has kept her business running for nearly two decades through skill, systems, and relentless practicality.

She hosts the podcast Rise and Shine - Your Business Tech Boost with Charly Leetham and speaks about what it actually takes to build businesses that work and last - not just look good on paper.

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