Friday, February 9, 2007

Internet Shopping

Now days we like to indulge ourself in online luxzeries ..like online dating,entertainment,counselling and shopping.

online shopping is really convient way to shop while surf,you just have to pick a item and enter your credit card number and item will be dilivered at your doorsteps.

But there are several threats attached with online services as you have to enter your confidential account detail in order to buy certain item.
There here is the check list before you found your yourself in web of online fraud. They may help you avoid risks but are not a substitute for legal advice.

1. Identifying info—website should provided authentic contact information.
2. Description of product—product should be clearly defined
3. Cost and currency—You should know final cost and hidden costs.
4. Confirm the order—double-check your order.
5. Applicable law—You should be clear which countries law is applicable on your transaction.
6. Privacy—You should know how your personal information going to be treated.
7. Payment mechanism – Is that mechanism secure?
8. Delivery—You should know when your product is going to delivered.
9. Terms and conditions— what are the terms and conditions associated with your purchase?
10. Refunds and warranties— Any refund and exchange policies.
12. Complaint handling and dispute resolution— After sales services.
13. Beware of Internet scams


Be Safe