Protect your identity when cyber shopping

The convenience of cyber shopping often surpasses its disadvantages. The process is quick, easy, and flexible. If you are a parent of children who hate going to the mall for things located in areas outside of the toy stores and food courts, cyber shopping is the answer. It definitely has its many advantages.

However, when you are cyber shopping, you do pose a risk of exposing yourself to identity theft. There are thousands of shopping opportunities on the internet, but not all of them offer secure payment options, so be very discriminating about where you purchase your items. If you are not sure about a website, see if you can get the same item from a different, more reputable source. If not, see if you can contact the company, or do some research regarding its reputation. It’s amazing what kind of feedback you can get online.

If you do decide to shop online, remember to protect your personal information.
Ways in which you can do this are as follows:

• Open up a credit card specifically for online shopping.
  
• Check your statements regularly.
  
• Only purchase items from reputable websites, e.g. Sites recognized by the Better Business Bureau, or other accredited associations.

Mama shares more information on cyber shopping Books about cyber shopping

James S. Christiansen offers two "Internet Survival Guides that may be worth looking into." Protecting Your Financial Information and Protecting Your Home Computer.

Websites about cyber shopping

OnGuard Online is a great online resource that provides tips and tools on internet safety. Topics include computer security, online shopping, and identity theft. The site also provides games and videos testing and enhancing your internet safety knowledge. The Better Business Bureau also provides invaluable information on protecting your identity.

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