It’s 1st December – Christmas countdown is well and truly underway! It also means that today is Cyber Monday.
What’s Cyber Monday?
You’ve heard of Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving when loads of shopping deals are to be found. Well, Cyber Monday is the first Monday after Thanksgiving and offers the same shopping deals as Black Friday but online only.
Shoppers across the globe will be flocking to the web in search of the very best discounts around.
How do you shop smartly on Cyber Monday?
PriceSpy.ie (Ireland’s newest online and mobile shopping tool) has put together a list of 6 top tips for making the best of Cyber Monday:
1. Make a list!
It may seem obvious, but Christmas shopping can be daunting unless you know what you’re actually after.
2. Be a Savvy Shopper
Once you’ve made a decision on the gift, the next step is to select your store. Reputable shops will have corporate information and contact information readily available on site. Comparison sites and discussion forums can be great sources for reviews and shopper opinions and if still in doubt, a quick search will reveal other shoppers’ experiences.
3. Read the small print
It’s crucial that you read a store’s delivery and business conditions before hitting the purchase button. Check out the delivery methods and times to ensure you have all your gifts under the Christmas tree for Christmas Eve.
4. Know your rights
Online shoppers are protected by a range of rights under EU legislation that European retailers must adhere to, including a 14-day cooling off period when you may choose to return the product you’ve purchased without question. There are a few exceptions to this, including some services, bespoke goods and perishable goods. You can get more information on your online shopping rights at PriceSpy.ie.
5. Shop Safely
The final thing to note is the actual payment mechanism. Make sure you use a secure website to enter credit card information. You do this by identifying a closed padlock symbol in the bottom right of the browser window and checking that the website address to begin with ‘https://’.
6. Bag a Bargain
PriceSpy have on online shopping tool that can help save you time by searching over 500 Irish online stores in a matter of seconds to help you find what you’re after.
