Gift vouchers and cards
Gift cards or vouchers can be the ideal gift but it is essential for the buyer, recipient and trader to understand the terms and conditions.
Group buying and daily deals
Are you considering buying a voucher offering goods or services at a discount online? Or have you already bought a voucher online? If so, there are some things…
Online shopping scams and security
Scammers advertise non-existent goods, hoping to use their so-called bargain to fleece you of your hard-earned money.
Buying from a private seller
When you buy from a private individual seller who is not running an online business, this is called a consumer-to-consumer transaction.
Buying from an Australian trader
More information on Australian businesses and companies which trade online.
Buying from an international trader
When buying from an international seller, there are some things you should know.
Bidding fee auctions
Penny auctions or bidding fee auction sites are a relatively new form of online buying.
Consumer reviews
Consumer reviews and testimonials are increasingly being relied upon by consumers as a low cost means of making an informed purchasing decision.