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Products for Sale over the Web
Electronic trade isn't still in its infancy. But, some resailers and many websurfers are hesitant to commit themselves. More and more retailers put their order forms within their web sites. So, you can order on the Internet and pay the traditional way.
Standard payment method
The stadard payment method is still a very effective way for paying for your purchases on line, particularly when buying expensive articles. You will make your payment in the way specified by the retailer or C.O.D. Consequently, the transaction is carried out by E-mail.An electronic wallet
An electronic wallet is as of now an often free software, that you install on your computer and which allows you to make safely your purchases on line. It is a very conveniant way of buying. Once, you have installed your electronic wallet on your hard disk, you can register financial data, such as your credit cards numbers or your bank account number. Don't forget to define your password.Look up these sites for more details:
What is a « secure » site?
The e-commerce rapid expansion wouldn't have been possible without the advent of secure sites on the web. This technology, which allows a safe data transmission, makes the use of credit cards possible.A « secure » site encrypts the information that it transmits. This code mixes up the data which, this way, becomes unreadable to anybody who doesn't have the deciphering code.
Here are some suggestions to follow, to avoid trouble:
- Always verify with whom you are dealing. Big firms, such as IGA, Wal-Mart or FTD, have everything to loose by trying to cheat you. Make sure to have the retailers physical address as well, so you will be able to retrace him if you have any troubles.
- Print the order form and to keep it as proof.
- Use your credit card. Don't send a check. If money is collected and you haven't received your merchandise you will have proof that the retailer « soandso » has charged you.
- Be sure to know the return and reimbursement policies before ordering anything.
When it is time to order most often the retailer needs only your name, address, the number and the date of expiry of your credit card.
