If you would dearly love to purchase goods online, but are concerned about safety, there are some things you can do to minimise the dangers. For a start, always make sure that the URL address starts with https, rather than just http. If the page has a padlock icon on the page, click on that to check that their security certificate is actually registered to the name of the business.
If you use a credit card rather than a debit card to pay the transaction, you can contest any transactions that you think are fraudulent before paying your monthly account. If you must use a debit card, it could pay you to link it to a special bank account that you keep only a small amount of money in.
Never give unnecessary information online. You should only need your card number, the expiry date and the code on the back of it. You name and address will also be needed of course, but only supply your phone number and email address if you trust the site. Never give your card PIN, or your social security number.
Some sites are specially designed to install malware on your computer, so if the site you are on is offering a deal that seems too good to be true, be suspicious and leave. And never click on an unknown link from your email box.
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