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Dedicated to safe commerce on the Internet

The Internet is a vast and valuable resource for making wise purchases.  We have compiled some information from VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, AND AMERICAN EXPRESS to help you with your decision to make purchases over the Internet.   These fine companies have made the Internet a safe place to make purchases.

 
Generally speaking, credit card companies will credit your account for losses due to card theft.  Most card companies will limit your liability to $50.00  There are measures you should take when giving your credit card information to an Internet vendor.  We have outlined them for you below.

 
1.  Make sure you are on a secure site when giving your credit card information.  If you are not sure you are on a secure site, it is best to call the company and give the information over the phone. 

 
2.  Never give your credit card password to any vendor.  A vendor that asks for your credit card password should be avoided and reported to the C.C.C.

 
3.  It is generally safe to give your credit card information over the phone, however, you should be cautious of giving this information if you are on a cordless phone.  It is possible for cordless conversations to be monitored.