Shopping on the internet is the new millennial cool, and it’s here to stay. According to statistics, following the outbreak of the COVID 19 pandemic, roughly 79 percent of Kenyans have increased their internet shopping. According to a recent ‘Mastercard study on consumer purchasing,’ an incredible 92 percent of Kenyan customers indicated they had paid for data top-ups online, 67 percent for apparel, and over 56 percent for laptops and other equipment. It also forecasts significant growth in the number of these online shoppers in the near future.
Remember when you ordered something you loved from Instagram, Facebook, or an online retailer? So, here are 5 helpful tips to help you make better online buying judgments in the future.
Verify the authenticity of an online shop before making a purchase
With the rise of internet shopping, Kenya now has about a thousand and one online business specializing in a variety of products and services. While this is a fascinating breakthrough, the old adage “everything that glitters isn’t gold” still holds true. It is critical that you do not become captivated by just any online presence. Before buying from a brand or an online seller, double-check their legitimacy.
Using social influence can be effective at times. Before buying something, ask your friends and relatives if they’ve heard of it. Check out other people’s reviews and make sure to leave your own after you’ve finished buying.
Shop at trusted sites
The majority of recorded occurrences of fraud and identity theft included transactions made through social media or off-the-beaten-path retail sites. This is why you should shop online at well-known and reputable stores like Jamboshop or Jumia.
When shopping online, ensure sure the website you’re visiting is safe (look for a locked padlock icon to the left of your URL), ensure that you have a physical address and that you have at least one active method of contact. This way, if things go wrong, you’ll have somewhere to express your frustrations.
Once you’ve got a sense of how things work on these sites, you may expand your search to include additional reputable shopping outlets.
Beware of low prices and outrageous offers
As natural as it is to be on the lookout for good deals and big discounts, it is also the most common way to become entangled in an online scam.
If the price is too low, consider whether the merchant obtained the items legally, as well as whether the items you paid for will be delivered in good time and condition. Check the return policy to see if the item you purchased can be returned if it does not work or arrived damaged.
Make an effort to confirm unusually low prices and be convinced before handing over your money.
Consider Using a Trustworthy Payment Platform
JamboBillPay is a web-based payment system. It’s an easy, secure, and dependable way to conduct seamless transactions. Jamboshop makes purchasing KPLC electricity tokens and airtime recharge (Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom) online the most convenient and time-saving option.
Every online consumer should use JamboBillPay because it is designed to interface with any website or mobile app, ensuring that all of your transactions are highly secure while constantly monitoring, adapting, and disarming new forms of fraud as they emerge.
Be discreet
Although it is expected that retailers and merchants would request some personal information in order to complete your purchase, this information should be limited to your name, address, phone number, and credit card details (depending on the mode of payment). You should not give out any other personal information that isn’t necessary for the transaction because this could allow others to steal your identity.
Conclusion
For a seamless consumer experience, go to www.jamboshop.com. Please be aware of our online presence through the following channels: @Jamboshop on Instagram, @jambo_shoppe on Twitter, and Jambo shoppe on Facebook.
You can also walk into any Jamboshop office near you for any inquiries as an alternative to all of these alternatives.
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