5 Tips to Stay Safe from Online Shopping Dangers

From the last decade,online shopping platforms have gained a reputation among an enormous number of people who shop using their PC and mobile devices. Most people have also encountered significant online security threats which caused them money. Due to this many people have discontinued shopping online as the new generation of hackers, cyber identity thieves, and malicious programmers steal from these massive online transactions. However,eCommerce is a great platform for many people who cannot go out to shop because of lack of sufficient time, which they cannot take from their busy lives. If you want to keep your personal information secure and avoid online shopping dangers, here are a few simple and easy to help you make shopping online safe and fun.
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1. Don’t Shop By An Unsafe Device

Keep your PC and mobile devices safe from potential malware and security threats. If your devices are not adequately protected, don’t try to make an online transaction from any of them.

  • Update your OS and mobile devices frequently with latest updates to assure protection from all the potential loop holes.
  • Install a comprehensive security suite involving protection from online transactions and update it frequently to keep it safe from latest threats.

2. Examine If The eCommerce Site Is Genuine

If the website is well reputed, there are better chances to have a pleasant experience of online shopping. Websites like Amazon, Alibaba, eBay, Shopzilla etc. are a few names known in the eCommerce industry. Although many other websites, which may not be famous like former few but provide reliable online services. Lots of them are genuine, but it is better to check their reputation before making an online transaction. You simply have to Google its authenticity. Make sure to check customer reviews to determine the quality of its products and the level of service it provides.

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3.Check Secure Connection For Payments

Make sure to know if the URL begins with “HTTPS” instead of typical HTTP. HTTP is an abbreviation for Hypertext Transfer Protocol where S means secure. The information transmitted through HTTPS page is encrypted and secure. If the website is not secure, chances are that your information, like ID, password, social security number and credit card details, will be gained by hackers.

The HTTPs may not appear on all web pages of a website but appear only on the pages where extremely private and confidential information like social security number or debit/credit card numbers are required.

4. Check The Availability Of COD (Cash on Delivery)

Sometimes, a website may not be well reputed but offers some particular products that you desperately want to buy. The safest way to buy from that website is to check if it offers Cash on Delivery or COD, this way you won’t be required to enter your credit card or social security details. Just provide them the address where you will receive your parcel and have the cash ready to pay when you receive.

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5. Check Return Policies and Terms and Conditions

Before to confirm your order, know the website’s return policy along with warranty and guarantee terms. The product may get damaged when on the way and you may want to return it, that is why you must know the return policies. Most websites offer 7 to 30-day return policy. Check if the eBill is provided by the seller to avail warranty/guarantee.

Follow these tips to avoid online shopping dangers and enjoy exploring the world of eCommerce.