SERVPRO of Foxborough Provides Shopping Online Tips

11/19/2021 (Permalink)

Online shopping is blooming this year. Make sure to take steps to protect yourself when shopping online.

Online shopping is blooming this year. Make sure to take steps to protect yourself when shopping online especially during the holiday season.

It can be easy for scammers during the holidays more than at any other time. They can trick buyers into paying for goods they won’t receive or even obtain personal information. 

Here are some online shopping tips:

• Think before you click: Beware of ads encouraging clicking and that re-direct you to another website. 
• Do your homework: Prior to making a purchase, read reviews and learn more about a company. 
• Consider your payment options: A credit card is much better than using a debit card. 
• Watch your information: Be alert to the kinds of information being collected to complete your transaction.
• Keep tabs on your bank: Set up alerts so that if your credit card is used, you will receive a text message.
• Keep a clean machine: Be sure that all internet-connected devices like computers and smartphones are free from malware.
• Use secure Wi-Fi: Public Wi-Fi to shop online is convenient, but you should use your phone as a hotspot.

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