Buying online is convenient and easy.  Let me tell you how to buy online safely.  You get the opportunity to look and shop for many items at as many stores or shops as you have the time to search and you can do it from the comfort and safety of your home. 

Any online merchant should publish their privacy policy, delivery guarantee date; return policy, price, and customer service phone number.  This should all clearly available when you make a purchase.  Don’t shop with questionable merchants.  Internet merchants need to be able to gain your trust.

If you shop in a local store you know their return and refund policy.  You shop the stores that you trust more often and you shop with merchants that you like.  The same criteria apply when you shop online.

Many online merchants allow you to return or exchange merchandise at their local locations.  Keep in mind that there are internet and credit card programs that reward you for shopping online and using their services.

People String has a reward program if you are a member.  You are rewarded people points for shopping and a percentage of your purchase is credited to your transaction sheet.

Make your online purchases with Papal, Alert Pay or your credit card.  Know your rights and shop wisely.  Keep records of your purchases.  Online purchases will send you an email notice of your purchase.  Keep that record.  Keep notes of all conversations and dates of complaints or service request.

If you sense possible fraud contact the merchant and contact the method you used to pay for the purchase.  If you suspect illegal activity contact the Federal Trade Commission.  The same laws protect you when you shop by phone or by mail.