Collecting Security frauds on your online store can be avoided by making sure that all your information is intact and safe even when online. Make yourself aware of scams and security frauds that take place while doing online transactions.
Collecting and manipulating data and personal information had become a part time job for many fraudsters. 
They would stop at nothing to get one’s personal information and their scams are quite clever. Dummy or false companies may be created by fraudsters to act like existing seller with a similar name. They then sell securities in the dummy company by confusing the buyer or viewer into thinking that they are the real deal.
Here are 5 ways by which you can prevent security frauds on your own:
(1) Protect your information
Unless you are really going to buy something online, avoid giving your personal information like your phone numbers, credit or debit card numbers, and social security numbers and so on.
(2) Do not respond to unknown mails
Avoid responding to unknown mails as they can be fraud. They also become vary of your valid e-mail address and can use it for further illegal use.
(3) Verify the seller and method of payment
While shopping online, check whether the online store really exists and is licensed. Also, if the online seller or company has a physical address that you can contact to.
While making an online payment, check if the payment site is secured and verified. Make sure that the costs are the same; while ordering and at the time of payment. Post payment, you should receive a mail from the seller. Also, it is important to inquire if there is a warranty – guaranty on your purchased item.
(4) Do not fall for high pressure sales
Fraudsters demand you to make a purchase in time and under pressure. These links are usually illegal. They rarely give you time to re-think of your purchase. Do not fall prey to such security frauds.
(5) Credit card payments
It is always safer and better to pay by a credit card rather than debit cards or online transfers. You can always cancel the charges in case there is something wrong with the product or if the seller suddenly vanishes. Plus, you need to give lesser information for a credit card payment.
There are also various online software’s and applications that can safeguard your personal information while doing online transactions. As per the maker and the company, they may be free of cost or charged. These secure all your online connections and links. They act as an anti – virus and prevent online threats. Latest versions provide a fast online cloud scanning and help in further performance and efficiency of your computer.
Some apps to prevent security frauds :
– Verisign Secure Site Pro
– Comodo EV
– Comodo Essential
– VeriSign Trust Seal
– RapidSSL Certificate
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Posted By :Kalpana Dogra
