How to Regulate the Rising Security Risks for Online Shopping

Some of the most successful elements of an ecommerce website in general are: displaying clear product information with pictures, to offer multiple payment options, to include postage & GST in purchase price, proper customer support, and most importantly a secure platform.

People look for trust and integrity, besides the first impression. And, for this very reason website development companies have surpassed mainstream security measures set in place to properly regulate online commerce and prevent consumer identity fraud. 


Fundamental Security Tips in the E-Commerce World

1. Share Only That Is Required

• Sellers need to create online checkout forms but including highly sensitive personal information such as social security or driver's license numbers are irrelevant.

• If you have a digital wallet app, sharing without taking basic precautions is just asking for a problem down the road.

• No all shared Wi-Fi networks are safe for your sensitive data.

2. Verify Urls For Secure Connections

Many fail to check URLs for "https" security when making transactions online, especially when making purchases on the mobile Web. Though it can thrive off ease-of-use and convenience, ensure to take time to check the URL.

3. Ensure You Transact With Legitimate Sites

Aside from checking the URL for validity, there is a simple two-step process to ensure authenticity.

• Firstly, check the shopping cart site has a valid "About us" or "Contact us" page with contact information listed.

• Secondly, confirm the company has some type of social media presence. Fraudulent sites are likely to show up in Google results with consumer complaints, BBB warnings, or other scam indications.

4. Protect Your One Online Identity

No matter how cautious you are in the ecommerce sphere, having a Facebook account for instance can be the best way to protect yourself to monitor your online identity actively. With 50 % of Web sales projected to occur via social media by 2015 your social media presence defines your digital footprint to the point to combat online payment fraud in the near future.