All You Need To Know When Buying Online

So you’re shopping for a new Phone but aren’t sure where to start. Some places to begin are online retailers or Best Buy, but before you purchase from any of these stores, you should know a few things.

1. Do Your Research

Nowadays, you can find all the information you need about a particular product online. Simply search for the product’s name and find out what people think about it and which are the best alternatives to choose from. Shop around, look at several sites, compare prices and features, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Shortlist the must-check websites that you trust, read the reviews and make an educated decision.

Tip: Tread Lightly. Beyond researching a product and its reviews, you may want to know if the company behind the product is environmentally friendly. This one is pretty easy to check.

2. Avoid Hasty Decisions

When shopping online, go into the process with a clear mind and make time to consider all options before making a decision. Don’t let yourself get pressured into making a quick decision you’re uncomfortable with. Be aware of online scams and avoid questionable websites if you notice any red flags. If something is too good to be true, it probably is.

3. Look for Promos and Discounts

Every Dec. 25, stores slash their prices to entice shoppers to spend more this holiday season. You can also find promo codes on sites like CouponCodes.com and RetailMeNot.com, which you can enter at checkout to get money off your next shopping spree.

4.  Shop Around & Compare Prices

If you have a plan in mind, check out different e-commerce sites because they all have different prices, and some might have a sale going on that will put the one with the expensive price tag in second place.

5. Don’t Forget the Taxes

Oftentimes, taxes or other fees may not be included in the shipping cost. Make sure you include these extra charges when doing your comparison shopping. You don’t want to be surprised when it comes time to check out. 

6. Only Order What You Need

 If you’re only ordering one or two items and it’s not worth paying high shipping costs, place a minimum order value with your order to qualify for free or lower shipping. This is a great way to avoid spending too much on shipping. There’s nothing worse than thinking you saved money on a great deal only to get slapped with a high shipping charge at checkout.

7. Use a Trusted Payment Method

Using a reliable and trustworthy payment method while shopping online is essential only. Be wary of giving out credit card information when shopping online, especially at sites that may not be credible. Using your word-based credit card transactions instead of relying on your PIN-based card transactions can help prevent identity theft. Never give out your credit card number or Social Security Number over the phone or online unless you are sure you are dealing with a reputable company.

Tip: Use A Secure Site That Provides Encryption. It is essential to ensure that your website has an encryption protocol to protect your private information if your site is hacked into. Hackers can get into websites and steal information from merchants and customers because the website does not have encryption or weak encryption. You must check the website address to ensure it has a secure HTTPS protocol!

8. Shop Online From Home Browsers, Not Public Browsers

Shopping online from public computers is dangerous because these computers might have malicious software installed, which can track private information, such as financial information, passwords, and other personal details that you enter on the browser and then transmit it back to a hacker whenever you enter a website or log in to the website you are purchasing from on the public computer.