How to stay safe when shopping online?

The atmosphere of online shopping days Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday is "hotter" than ever, but how can you shop comfortably without worrying about security risks?

Living in a high-tech world exposes us to security risks whenever we go online. This is especially true when we conduct online transactions. To ensure your safety, check out the advice of Adam Levin, author of the book “Swiped: How to Protect Yourself in a World Full of Scammers, Phishers, and Identity Thieves”.

If you shop online, use a credit card, not a debit card. A debit card can put you at greater risk when shopping online. If someone gets a hold of your debit card information, you could end up not only out of pocket but also in a huge amount of debt.

If you receive an email or promotional email that appears to be from a retailer you are familiar with, or even shopped with, never open it, never click on any links. This is because there are two risks: the link could contain a virus or malicious code that turns your computer into a transmission medium. This means that whenever you log in to that computer, anything you type is sent straight to the hacker’s computer.

Security holes in online payment systems can help hackers steal information and money from traders.

The second risk is that you may be directed to a clone website. These websites look very similar to the real retailer’s website. You think you are making a real transaction, and you can just type in your account number and other important personal information. But in reality, you are giving away all your personal information to the hacker.

One more thing to note: don't be fooled by extremely attractive promotional information with commitments such as additional % discount if you provide other people's contact information or other "sensitive" information.

If you want to shop online safely, make sure you are on the official website, typing the correct domain name. To be more sure, you can refer to reviews from other customers or search for information about the website online.

According to ICTNews