How to Avoid Scams When Buying Goods Online
Online scams are increasing, making it essential to shop safely.Making payments online without verification of items either by you or the platform is dangerous,it's like buying oranges wrapped in a black sack,when you open it and you don't like what you see,you would be lucky to get your money back.If your platform handles movement of goods and cash ,then you can relax because they will handle unforseens ,otherwise you should take necessary precautions. Keep off from platforms with unreasonably high listing fees,and so much percentages when sale is made. 1$,2$,3$ listing fees per item cannot be scam,if they are ,they would need to repeat so many times to make anything and would be exposed before they rip many people.
Common Online Shopping Scams
- Not being able to verify items you intend to buy prior to making payments
- items for any reason cannot be delivered to you before payment by platform or seller
- Fake websites
- Counterfeit products
- Phishing emails
How to Spot Fake Stores/Sellers
missing contact details, and unrealistic prices.
Extortionate payment request(They want to take as much as they can in one shot).
Use Secure Payment Methods
Credit cards and trusted payment services offer better protection.
