2006-09-18 06:14:10 · 20 answers · asked by daisy4chain 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Games & Gear
Make sure the company you buy from is reputable and that they use a secure server. I use Paypal and it is secure. It really is only as secure as you are though so make sure your password is mixed with letters and numbers and isn't easy for someone to guess. If you aren't sure then call the company and pay over phone. Take care. You can also have a card that you only use for online purchases. Many companies have that now.
2006-09-18 06:17:19 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you're careful. To quote some information I pulled together for our library internet users:
a) Think about the same issues when shopping on the Web as you would in other situations, for example, use companies that you know about or which have been recommended to you.
b) Make sure the website you are using is a “secure” site. Most sites will identify themselves as secure for purchasing, and there may also be a padlock symbol shown on the task bar at the bottom of the screen. A secure site encrypts all your details (such as name and address and of course credit card information) so that only the recipient site can read them.
c) Non-secure sites can usually be identified by a message box telling you that you are entering a non-secure site and asking if you want to continue. It is best to be wary of these, but it is always your decision whether to proceed with the transaction or not.
d) The Office of Fair Trading has produced some useful guidance about buying on the web. It can be found in the Online Shopping section of their website (see below)
2006-09-18 18:05:33 · answer #2 · answered by TreeR 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work for a financial institution, and recommend people not to be afraid to use their credit card online, but there is always the risk that your card number might be compromised. Many financial institutions, mine included, have fraud detection alerts in place, which allow us to stop many fradulent transactions from ocurring. I'd say give it a try, and if anything does post fradulently, notify your financial institution immediately. In almost every case, you'll get your money back, and pass the loss onto the financial institution. However, if you're paranoid, maybe you're better off not doing it.
2006-09-18 13:22:28 · answer #3 · answered by Bob Smith 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Just make sure the site has secure payment facilities (look for the padlock on any page you give credit card details on).
Also remember to check your credit card statements every month to ensure there are no unauthorised payments
2006-09-18 13:16:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have done so many times. It helps that my bank (Lloyds TSB) have great on-line shopping protection. But if your bank doesn't offer that, use Paypal and always be sure to look for the padlock symbol on screen.
Also, only buy from companies that you know of, such as amazon.
God, I sound like an advertisement for 2 different companies here! I'm not - its just my experience!!!!
2006-09-18 13:25:59 · answer #5 · answered by sammi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Provided you buy from reputable companies like Amazon for instance you are okay. When it comes to paying for something online, make sure the web address says https which means they have secure online payment facilities. Paypal is also a good way to pay. Investigate thoroughly and make sure you understand what you are doing before you buy.
2006-09-18 13:22:54 · answer #6 · answered by Frankie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, as long as you are sensible. Only buy from reputable companies and always check for the padlock symbol at the bottom right of the screen.
2006-09-18 13:25:03 · answer #7 · answered by L'il Tree 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yea but make sure the website ur buying something out from is legit, has safe secured credit card page, and can trust. i once bought something off of an online store called Surplus Computers and they didn't send it to me for weeks and didn't reply to my emails or have any customer service. retarded company. dun't buy anything off ebay cuz the distributers are people like u and me. buy stuff off of online company stores like amazon or newegg and stuff like that and make sure u trust em
2006-09-18 22:19:31 · answer #8 · answered by blablasometin6 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought thing on here before and I haven't had any trouble so far things are alot better and it is safe I think
2006-09-18 13:25:11 · answer #9 · answered by dixielicious_devil 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes in some world famious site not in all be carefull to by thing on internet only in those site that are legal that you can claim and complain and defend your right as human there are many trustable site but i have heard of these
yahoo. hotmail. microsoft. google.......... these are those site that has examined by friend of min
2006-09-18 13:41:26 · answer #10 · answered by ahmad* w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋