By: Thaddeus W Johnson
© 2007 Thaddeus W Johnson
Website: http://www.shoppingonline4u.com

Shopping online safety tips for a safe and secure
shopping experience

Read important shopping online safety tips before your next online
purchase.  These online safety tips will help make your shopping
experience safe, secure, and pleasurable.  More and more people
are using the internet to make purchases and though most
transactions are without complications, safeguards for online safety
is crucial.

Get to know the merchant when shopping online

When shopping, be sure to gather as much information as you can
about the merchant you will be dealing with.  Check their reputation
to see if they are a reliable source to purchase from.  Look for
internet rating services and directories that provide helpful information
about merchants.

Is the site secure?

Most sites that are visited are very secure but yet there are those
that you need to be aware of.  Taking the right precautions and tips
will ensure a complete and safe purchase.  

Let us start to see what protection there is when you are about to
make that purchase.  Is there a closed lock or unbroken key in your
browser window? The site is not secure if the key is broken or the
lock is open.   Is there "https:" not "http" on the web address that ask
for your password, credit card, or other personal information?  Look
for a pop-up box that says you are entering a secure area.   Also, SSL
(Secure Sockets Layer) are used on some sites.

Use different passwords

Prevent someone committing fraud by changing your passwords. A
suggestion would be to change them every 2-3 months.   For sites
requiring sensitive information, create unique passwords different from
what is used for other entries.

When you create your passwords, do not use personal words and
numbers such as your phone number, your name, social security
number, or address.   Use a combination of letters and numbers. Be
sure to remember the passwords and if you need to, write it down and
keep them in a safe place where they cannot be found.

Beware of bogus emails

You may receive many clever emails imitating merchants, banks, or
other companies that will ask for your personal information. You will
be asked to verify your password, reestablish your accounts, or
anything in order to get access to sensitive information. Do not click
on their links nor answer the emails. If you have a question and have
some concern, contact your trusted source to see the email is
legitimate.

Bona fide businesses do not ask for sensitive information such as
your SSN or bank account numbers on the web.   Stay updated with
anti-virus and spam software for added protection.

Safeguard and protect

Take the time to investigate other ways that you can safeguard and
secure protection when you are shopping online.   Following these
steps and more will greatly decrease the chances of being a victim
of fraud and give you peace of mind when shopping.

About the author:

Thaddeus W Johnson is a writer who enjoys providing
tips and valuable information for online shoppers.
http://www.shoppingonline4u.com

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