March 19, 2007
Introducing Yahoo! Shopping Web Services
How To Shop !!!
You can use Yahoo! Shopping Web Services to search our database of millions of product offers and thousands of merchants available through the Yahoo! Shopping site. The API can be used to create applications that provide comparison shopping and product search functionality as well as display user reviews. Below you'll find all you need to get started with the Shopping Web Services APIs.
Consumer Tips for Safe Shopping Online
I. Know your Merchant:
It's a good practice to be familiar with the name or reputation of any company you're dealing with. You can often find helpful information about online companies from Internet news sources, directories, and rating services.
II. Protect your privacy:
Know what information the merchant is collecting about you, how it will be used, and if they share it with or sell it to others. Look for seals from privacy enforcement organizations like TRUSTe or BBBOnLine. Be cautious if you're asked to supply personal information not needed to make a purchase, such as your Social Security number or personal bank account information.
III. Get the Details:
Check for expected delivery dates, shipping and handling fees, warranties, return policies, and other important information. Look for an email address to write to (or a phone number to call) if you have a question, a problem, or if you need help.
IV. Use a Credit Card and Safeguard Your Password:
It's a good practice to pay with credit cards, because under federal law (and your credit card agreement) your liability for an unauthorized charge is limited to $50. When using a credit card online, look for an unbroken key or padlock.
V. Keep Good Records:
Make sure to print or save electronically any records related to your online transactions. This will help you keep track of shipping dates, shipping and handling fees, and other details of your transactions.
You can use Yahoo! Shopping Web Services to search our database of millions of product offers and thousands of merchants available through the Yahoo! Shopping site. The API can be used to create applications that provide comparison shopping and product search functionality as well as display user reviews. Below you'll find all you need to get started with the Shopping Web Services APIs.
Consumer Tips for Safe Shopping Online
I. Know your Merchant:
It's a good practice to be familiar with the name or reputation of any company you're dealing with. You can often find helpful information about online companies from Internet news sources, directories, and rating services.
II. Protect your privacy:
Know what information the merchant is collecting about you, how it will be used, and if they share it with or sell it to others. Look for seals from privacy enforcement organizations like TRUSTe or BBBOnLine. Be cautious if you're asked to supply personal information not needed to make a purchase, such as your Social Security number or personal bank account information.
III. Get the Details:
Check for expected delivery dates, shipping and handling fees, warranties, return policies, and other important information. Look for an email address to write to (or a phone number to call) if you have a question, a problem, or if you need help.
IV. Use a Credit Card and Safeguard Your Password:
It's a good practice to pay with credit cards, because under federal law (and your credit card agreement) your liability for an unauthorized charge is limited to $50. When using a credit card online, look for an unbroken key or padlock.
V. Keep Good Records:
Make sure to print or save electronically any records related to your online transactions. This will help you keep track of shipping dates, shipping and handling fees, and other details of your transactions.
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