Buying online is one of the modalities that we are using the most these days, and although there are wonderful eCommerce tools to do so that ensure the protection of your data in the process, it is also important that you take into account some precautions so that you buy in a way safe.
The convenience of being able to do it from home and at any time, together with the possibility of comparing several prices from different stores make online shopping a very attractive method to get rid of going out these days But… The problem is that not everyone knows how to buy without exposing your security on the net.
▸Use a secure internet connection
Although it is comfortable and easy to navigate and buy connected to networks of bars, shopping centers or stores, the truth is that these networks tend to be unsafe. Information packets transmitted over public connections can easily be captured by hackers or cybercriminals. For this reason, to make purchases or operations in which you are going to transfer important personal information, we recommend that you do so through a secure network.
▸Verify the seller and site information
Another tip that can help you take care of yourself is to review in detail the information of the store, site or seller. What you should visualize are things like; where you are from, what tax information you provide, address, means of payment, return policy and reviews from other buyers.
▸Review the privacy and returns policy
Before buying in an online store, check that they have their privacy policy in a visible place and it is up to date. Do you know what to do if your gift is not the right one? How can you return it? These are also aspects to consider when choosing where to buy.
▸What to do when paying
Other of the most important measures are all the precautions that you take before entering the data of your means of payment; so you must check every time you are going to pay that there is a small padlock closed in the browser window and never select the option “Remember password”; this is even more important that you do not do it if you are using a device or a public connection.
▸Periodically review your credit card movements
After making several purchases online, check that all the charges on your account are known and you have them controlled. If you find any of them suspicious, contact your bank, you may have been the victim of identity theft.
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