The average gender of online shopper is female, among them mostly are old (above 40 years) and spends US$ 400-500 a year on various goods with different websites. But, just a few of them have the proper information regarding their online security. Therefore, I am sharing this image that describes the important online shopping tips for every internet user:
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- The first lesson that don't buy anything in a hurry - remain calm
- If you mostly shop online then bookmark safe and authentic websites like : amazon.com, ebay.com, alibaba.com, Etc.
- Never click on the sale offers which you received via email in your Inbox or spam folder.
- First, verify/scan new websites and their offers before purchasing products from them, use safeweb.norton.com to check the security level of any website.
- Always check the URL on the address bar before putting your personal information especially credit card. Remember that all reliable shopping websites use https URL and http might be insecure (See Microsoft website).
- Use updated anti-virus software and web-browsers and always keep on the Firewall Setting on your PC.
- The best of all tip for online shoppers, that no one can tell you and which really can help you to avoid all problems, is - few steps to walk into a shop store or mall and buy the thing.
Related links : Tips for Safe Online Shopping
A Malware Threat Most People Are Unaware Of
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