7 tips to avoid falling into traps when shopping online

1. Understand the illustration

Before clicking the “OK” button, you should read and learn to really understand the information about price, quality or accompanying limitations. Because nSellers will intentionally emphasize product advertising while “ignoring” necessary information such as delivery service, expiry date, warranty conditions... Read and save this information. If you have any doubts, check it out so you don’t regret it.

2. Pay attention to the review date

The date a product review is posted also reveals a lot about the authenticity of that review. If you see several 5-star reviews for the same product, posted on the same or close to the same day with a similar tone, there is a high chance that they are fake reviews.

Also, if a reviewer shares their experience with a product on the day it hits shelves, you should also ask a big question... It usually takes a long time for a typical end user to form a real-life experience with a product, especially with technology products.

3. Are items returnable?

Don’t forget to pay attention to a small line of text reminding you whether the product can be exchanged or returned to avoid causing yourself trouble. When shopping online, it is inevitable that you will receive a product that you are not satisfied with. Choosing a product that can be exchanged or returned will help you feel more secure.

4. Like-baiting advertising

Currently on the social network Facebook, many personal pages and groups have been created to advertise and sell products. Many pages have advertised products at extremely cheap promotional prices with the condition that those who want to buy must like the page and share it on their personal page. Many people find the conditions very easy so they like and share, but in the end, they cannot buy any cheap products...It's just a trick to advertise and get likes.

Buyers should consider the review section of the sales pages on Facebook. If the star rating is low and there are many debunked reviews, they should stay away from that sales page. Before liking and sharing, they should also be careful to avoid helping scammers.

5. Security is important

Many consumers have been scammed when buying or selling or lost personal information due to the insecurity of their own transaction devices. Therefore, before entering personal information, make sure your computer, tablet or phone is safe with anti-virus software and other security measures installed or updated.

If the other party asks for your PIN, bank password or other personal information that is not relevant to the transaction, immediately stop the transaction and check. The seller only needs to receive the exact amount you paid for the goods and services. Asking for PIN, bank password or other sensitive information is a clear sign of such theft and fraud.

6. Don't rush into transferring large amounts of money

The truth is that many people, including shopping enthusiasts, have had to swallow the bitter pill after transferring a large amount of money but still not receiving the product, especially when buying high-value items such as phones or electronics online.

If you have any concerns about the origin and reliability of the seller as per step 1, you should not buy this product no matter how cheap or well advertised it is.

7. Be careful when paying

Please double check before clicking the button to agree to transfer money from your account! You should carefully calculate the product price + shipping fee + packaging fee… and only pay the exact amount when receiving the product.

Another thing to note is that with activities from selecting goods to making payments that must be done through personal accounts, choosing a bank is also very important. Transaction fees are also a significant amount of money if you often shop online. In addition, the security technology and customer service of banks will sometimes be your "savior" when you fall into a trap.