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Shopping Online
 Websites presented in alphabetical order AuctionBytes 
 A commercial site providing "a portal to the world of online auctions," covering the industry, buying and selling techniques, collecting, payment services, fees, photography tips, fraud, shipping, and other matters. Features include newsletters, discussion groups, searchable archives, news about features of auction sites, and a "Yellow Pages" directory to which users can add ratings and reviews. http://www.AuctionBytes.com/ Topics: Arts and Humanities, Arts and Humanities, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Government, Investing, Regions of the World Last updated May 5, 2004 Buying Medicines and Medical Products Online
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created this page because online pharmacies have become a part of the marketplace. The page offers information to help consumers determine whether a site that sells drugs and other medical products is legitimate. It also tells consumers how to spot health fraud and explains the problems associated with using foreign sites. News releases provide the latest information about the FDA's efforts to protect consumers using these sites. http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/EmergencyPreparedness/BioterrorismandDrugPreparedness/ucm133263.htm Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Finance, Internet Last updated Sep 9, 2009 Internet Auctions: A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
"Among the thousands of consumer fraud complaints the FTC receives yearly, those dealing with online auction fraud consistently rank at or near the top of the list." This fact sheet provides tips for buyers and sellers of items on online auction websites, a list of types of auction fraud, an explanation of auction rules and payment options, and places to file a complaint. Also available in Spanish. From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/tech/tec07.shtm Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Internet Last updated Jul 28, 2008 LooksTooGoodToBeTrue.com
This website contains background information and alerts about Internet scams and fraud, covering topics such as identity theft, hacking, phishing, spam, spyware, job scams, Ponzi and pyramid schemes, online auctions, sweepstakes and lotteries, and counterfeit payments. Includes a FAQ, victims' stories, a fraud risk test, and links to places to file a complaint about online fraud. A joint project of federal law enforcement agencies and industry partners. http://www.lookstoogoodtobetrue.com Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Corruption & Fraud, Crime, Finance, Internet Last updated Nov 23, 2005 Safe Shopping
Tips for safe shopping online. Sections answer questions about security, privacy, payment, product, terms, delivery, records, complaints, and tips. From the American Bar Association. http://www.safeshopping.org/ Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Internet, Internet Guides & Search Tools, Web Design and Management Last updated Nov 3, 2005 Shopping Safely Online
This Better Business Bureau Web page includes the sections "Online Fraud Red Flags," "Online Shopping Tips," "Protecting Your Privacy," "Bogus Websites," "Quick Check List," and related links. Also explains the BBBOnLine Reliability program, which allows a reputable company participating in the program to display the BBBOnLine Reliability seal on its Web site. http://www.bbb.org/us/article/407 Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Internet Last updated Oct 16, 2009 |
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