ONLINE SHOPPING-TIPS TO STAY SAFE 

 

 Online shopping getting popular among different people
in India.Survey reveals that online shopping in India rise by over 155 percent as compared to the last years'  85 percent.

However it also rise a big question of being safe during online transaction.Popular shopping websites like eBay and Target highlight the need for security in the virtual world.

Here are few tips to stay safe during online shopping.

1. Switch off Wi-Fi when not used for long periods: 

When you do not require internet just disconnect it.Otherwise a half-competent hacker can access your computer via an internet connection and steal various passwords and other confidential banking information.

2. Avoid clicking on hyperlinks: 

 You might get an email with a URL that claims to link you to an external site. If you are already registered for such a service from a bank or shopping website, do not click on such links.

 3. Suspicious ads and pop-ups :

 Disregard any unsolicited or t suspicious looking pop-ups that appear during your online banking/shopping session. 

4. Shopping online using an internet tablet:

 Using a tablet, regardless of what make or operating system, is safe if you follow the same rules as when you're using a laptop or desktop.