5 Handy Tips For Safe Mobile Shopping

                     



With the arrival of the smartphone, Internet shopping whenever and from wherever has become an everyday reality for many people worldwide.
Thanks to e-commerce, today it is relatively easy to buy almost anything and everything online.
That being said, it is important that you shop in an informed and secure manner, whether you are using an online purchased Blackberry, any other Smartphone or similar device for that matter.
With this in mind, here are my 5 handy tips to help keep you and your smartphone safe when mobile shopping.
Five Handy Tips…
Only Use Secure Shopping Websites
When shopping from your mobile device it is important that you only purchase items from websites that use an encrypted HTTPS connection. This type of secure connection ensures that the data passed between your device and the server is shared by the two machines in question only. Remember to look out for the padlock icon before purchasing from online websites.
Avoid Public Wi-Fi Networks

Before making any online mobile purchases you should always ensure that you are using your data network or an encrypted Wi-Fi network. Most Wi-Fi networks are public meaning that any data sent from your device could be intercepted and used by third parties making mobile shopping a particularly perilous activity.


Always Install Security Updates And Apps

You may want to consider installing a specific security app in order to protect your data. Before doing so, it is always a good idea to ensure that you only download apps from trustworthy sources such as Apple or Google and that you check their reviews and ratings online. Once you have downloaded your apps, be sure to install all updates as they are available in order to protect you and your device when mobile shopping.
Lock And Password Protect Your Mobile Device
Whether you intend to shop online or not, it is imperative that you password protect and lock your mobile device. This will ensure that sensitive and important data such as bank details and credit card number are protected should your mobile device ever fall into the wrong hands. One of the best ways to secure your mobile is to use a device password in order to unlock the phone.
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Pay By Credit Card
When shopping online from your mobile device you should always pay by credit card if possible. This will provide you with an additional level of protection should anything go wrong with your purchase as credit card companies tend to offer much greater cover in the event of fraudulent charges on your account.
These simple tips will help to make your mobile shopping experience as smooth, pleasant and secure as possible. Just remember to stay alert as you shop and avoid taking any unnecessary risks that may compromise the safety of your mobile device.