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"Shopping is something which we can't resist at all, especially if discounts are there! I think you all agree with my saying."

In today's emerging world, we all know that there are countless online retail sites that are selling all kinds of products & services. Apart from these products, it can be anything which facilitates the growing number of people in various ways. Online shopping is the most convenient way of shopping these days as you can shop around, find the best-suited prices, and have your packages delivered next to your doorstep without having any need to leave the comfort of your own home. But along with this comfort, there can be other aspects as well which you need to confirm at the time of online shopping like you have to make sure that products arrive on the time, that quality should be upto our expectation, the product should include a proper warranty & there should be return policy with the product etc.

So if you really want to learn about online shopping facts, then we will share some interesting measures which you can apply to improve the security of your shopping experience in your day to day life:

1. Always place orders from a secure connection:

There are many chances of financial information & passwords that are at risk of being stolen if your computer is not protected from malicious software because if the software is not secure, then your personal data is at high risk of getting leaked. So for this, you can use a secure connection - make sure your computer's firewall is on.

2. Avoid offers that seem “too good to be true”:

Too many promises at low prices by the E-stores is quite suspicious. We have to make sure that if the price is too low as compared to the other outside stores (Online / Offline)? If the price is too low, consider whether the merchant sells those items legally? Whether the items are actually the branch showed or a cheap substitute? If the received product is damaged or fine etc. 

3. Don’t use an e-store that requests more information than required:

It's obvious that the personal information gathering process is somehow similar in all the Online Shopping companies while placing any order such as the method of payment, shipping address, telephone number, email address etc. But if the merchant requests other information, then walk away. You never want to give them your bank account information, social security info, driving license. Also, check the site's privacy policy to understand how the company will use your details while processing any order online. So always stick to the companies that respect your privacy.

4. Is the site secure? 

Before entering any personal details or credit card info details onto any shopping site, please make sure that if the web address on the page begins with "https" or "http". The 's' will describes that the website is secure & encrypted to protect your information.

5. Always check the company’s shipping terms. 

Before proceeding with the shopping on any online platform, we have to make sure that the merchant should not charge exorbitant shipping fees that can turn a shopping bargain into an expensive mistake. Always check that if they provide tracking & insurance. Also, be cautious if the item won't be shipped within 10 days.

 Also, to know more about online shopping safety measures, refer to the below video.