http://verizonsafeguards.com/wp-content/themes/reify/images/favicon.ico http://verizonsafeguards.com/shop-online-with-confidence-before-you-buy Verizon Security & Safety Center Blogs Mon, 06 Dec 2010 15:15:24 +0000 http://verizonsafeguards.com/shop-online-with-confidence-before-you-buy For many of us, online shopping has become a regular part of our lives, mainly because it is so convenient. But while online shopping provides you with a high level of convenience, it also may provide cyber-criminals with access to your information through various online scams. The good news is that with a little bit of awareness and education, you can easily enjoy the convenience of shopping online. Tips for Safe Online Shopping Online shopping can be a fun, convenient, and safe activity if you take a few a few steps to protect yourself. Follow these tips to help you have the best online shopping experience possible. Before You Buy • Comparison shop—Use a search engine to look for the best deals, but be wary of deals that sound too good to be true. • Do a background check on the online retailer—Make sure that the e-tailer lists a physical address and phone number. Call the company’s phone number to see if there is a representative you can speak to. • Read customer reviews—Another important step in investigating an online merchant is to do a search for customer reviews. If there are multiple complaints about the company, proceed with caution..... http://verizonsafeguards.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/ecommerce_safety.jpg http://en.blog.wordpress.com http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1