NSW Fair Trading
NSW Fair Trading is calling on shoppers to be diligent when buying Mother’s Day gifts this year, particularly when buying online.
While internet shopping offered convenience and choice, there were some red flags consumers should be aware of indicating an offer could be too good to be true.
These included very low prices and unusual payment options such as money order or wire transfer.
More tips for shopping safely online include:
- Read the terms and conditions and note any additional fees or cancellation charges before making a purchase.
- Check the delivery timeframes.
- Ensure the website is secure before making payment. Look for the closed padlock symbol and make sure the website address begins with https (with an ‘s’ for secure).
- Take screenshots and save copies of documentation such as receipts and confirmation emails.
- Be wary of clicking links in emails or social media messages as they may direct you to a fake site or
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