Technical News Desk- Diwali enthusiasm is visible in the markets. To make this occasion special, people are also busy bringing new things into their homes. During this period, some people prefer offline shopping, while a good number of people depend on online shopping. Nowadays, e-commerce sites and apps attract customers by offering more discounts than usual. Although we enjoy many facilities while shopping online, the risk of scams etc. also increases there. In such a situation, it is important that you keep some important things in mind while shopping online. So that no one can deceive you by taking advantage of greed. There are some important things that you need to keep in mind so that you can protect yourself from financial losses.
What types of risks are there in online shopping
No one can deny that online shopping has made our lives easier than before. Whatever you want to order, it is delivered within 10 minutes. There is also another aspect to this, fraud and cyber fraud. In which people suffer financial losses every day. Such cases are very common, especially during the holiday season. Nowadays, fraudsters are adopting new tactics to extort money from innocent people. In some places, customers are attracted by higher offers and in other places, they are attracted by offers like “buy one, get one free”.
1. There is always a risk of fraud when shopping online.
2. Scammers lure with offers and more discounts.
3. Offers like “Buy one, get one free” are also very common.
4. People fall prey to coupons and rewards.
5. Scammers always try to extort money through fake websites and apps.
Caution is advised when shopping
This Diwali, whether you are shopping for Rs 100 or Rs 1000. It is very important that you be careful while shopping in these two places. Meanwhile, these apps and websites may mislead you and seem genuine, but their truth is something else. Huge discounts are given on these fake e-commerce platforms. Up to 80 percent off is also available here. However, when the goods are delivered to you, their quality is very poor. Understand how to protect yourself against fraud in the few points below.
1. First of all, check the credibility of the app or website you are shopping on. There are many ways to find out. For example, check the website URL. It is common for fake commercial websites to contain grammatical errors in their URLs. If there is a shopping app, go to the Play Store and find out its developer.
2. Don’t blindly trust ads on social media. If you like a product advertised on social media, try checking it out on a trusted site like Amazon or Flipkart.
3. Some people judge quality just by reading reviews. Although this is sometimes risky. There are also fake reviews of some products, that is, they are written by paying money. So that the customer’s attention can be diverted. Therefore, it is always important that any product receives both negative and positive reviews.
4. You should read the terms and conditions and warranty policy carefully before purchasing.
5. If you have ordered a product online, you must open the box and check it in front of the delivery person.
What to do in case of fraud
If you suspect any fraud, report it to the cyber police station. You can complain about any type of fraud by visiting https://consumerhelpline.gov.in/. This work can also be done by dialing 1800-11-4000 or 1915.
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