Overview of Online Shopping Safety
Getting a great deal online involves considerably more than getting the
lowest price. Before buying anything online, consider these points:➟ You should be sure that the product arrives on time,
it’s of the quality you expect, and it includes a proper
warranty. The seller should also clearly state its return
policy and provide support with any questions or
issues you have.➟ Is the offer too good to be true? (See Figure 12-1for
an example of an offer that looks suspicious.) Avoid
buying from any e-store (online store) that promises
too much at too low a price. If the price is low, you
have to consider whether the merchant came by the
items legally, whether you’ll ever receive the items,
whether the items will work, if you’ll be able to return
damaged goods, or if the merchant is also generating
revenue by selling your financial information.Figure 12-1248