Protecting Your Details

Practical advice on keeping your personal and financial information safe while shopping online. Topics include secure payments, password protection, avoiding scams and protecting your computer.

Checklist: Privacy Policies and Data Protection Online

Check what companies can legally do with your data and how to protect yourself online under UK data protection laws.

Making Sure You Change Your Password Regularly

Regular password changes are your best defence against fraud when shopping online and storing payment details.

Misleading Advertising and Online Shopping

Online sellers must follow strict rules against misleading ads about pricing and product descriptions, or face action from UK regulators.

Protecting Your Details Before You Shop Online

Take steps to protect your personal and financial details when shopping online and reduce your risk of identity theft and fraud.

Protecting Your PC/Computer When Shopping Online

Keep your personal information safe when shopping online by checking seller credentials and using secure websites.

Protecting Yourself from Email Scamming and Phishing

Stop scammers from stealing your personal data by spotting phishing emails and protecting your accounts from fraud.

Public Computers and Internet Shopping

Using public computers for online shopping carries risks, so follow these safety steps to protect your personal information.

Securing Your Wireless Network for Safe Internet Shopping

Set up a secure wireless network to protect your personal information and payment details when shopping online.

Spyware and Internet Shopping

How spyware tracks your shopping habits online and what you should know about this common but invasive practice.

Using Your Credit Card to Shop Online

Tips for safely using your credit card when shopping online and protecting yourself from fraud.