If you are buying goods or services online, there are several rules and regulations that exist to protect you as a consumer.

To avoid common “traps” do not hesitate to:

• Check the reputation of the website through your internet browser.
• Verify that the site provides for not only the name of the company, yet equally a complete address. An email address or a simple phone number is not sufficient.
• Use secured methods of payment. Avoid bank transfers and specialized money transfer companies (only to be used if you know whom you are sending money).

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