Tips for safe online shopping revealed

Visa has highlighted the rise in online shopping traffic and emphasized its standards for secure payments, revealing key tips to keep in mind when shopping online.

According to Visa's Biannual Threats Report, an increase in the number and variety of digital fraud attempts has been observed. To counter these complex threats, Visa offers some of the world's most advanced security standards and continues to invest in its technology to protect its global network.

Visa Turkey General Manager Samile Mümin stated that while online shopping offers attractive opportunities, making secure payments is essential. She noted that Visa's technological network provides security and convenience worldwide.

Visa's recommendations are as follows:

When making an online payment, ensure that the seller's website address begins with "https://". This indicates a secure connection. Also, look for the 'padlock' icon in the address bar.

Sign up for transaction alerts and regularly check the purchases made from your account. Report any payments that you did not authorize to your bank immediately.

Exercise your right to dispute a charge. If you encounter problems with payments, contact your bank to request a refund.

Be cautious of unsolicited emails or phone calls and avoid sharing your personal information.

Perform software updates regularly. This helps protect you against security vulnerabilities.

Contact your bank to enable your credit and debit cards for online shopping.

Visa strives to ensure that consumers can shop safely and aims to maintain these standards in collaboration with its business partners.