Lawrence Wasden, the president of the National Association of Attorneys General, has a message for you, Mr. and Ms. Holiday Shopper. "Informed online shopping ensures a secure holiday season," reads his welcome message on the main page of the group's Web site.
In his open letter, Wasden (who is also Idaho's attorney general) outlines nine tips for consumers to ensure a successful buying experience and avoid becoming victims of online scams and identity thieves.
Briefly, they include: (1) Know who you’re dealing with (2) Know what you are buying (3) Don’t e-mail your financial information (4) Pay by credit or charge card (5) Check out the terms of the deal, such as refund policies and delivery dates (6) Keep a paper trail (7) Use anti-virus software and a firewall and update them regularly (8) Check a company’s privacy policy (9) Get satisfaction.
Read his full list of recommendations here.
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