Step by step
- Start with shops you already know from the high street.
- Type the shop’s address yourself rather than clicking adverts.
- Check for a real address, phone number and returns policy.
- Read reviews on independent review sites, not just the shop’s own page.
Common mistakes
- Trusting a site because it has huge discounts on popular brands.
Try it yourself
- Bookmark two shops you trust.
Printable cheat sheet: Choosing Trusted Shops
- Start with shops you already know from the high street.
- Type the shop’s address yourself rather than clicking adverts.
- Check for a real address, phone number and returns policy.
- Read reviews on independent review sites, not just the shop’s own page.
Print this page and keep the sheet by your device. Never write passwords or PINs on it.
Good to know: Take your time and go at your own pace. Nobody genuine will ever ask you for a password, PIN or one-time code, and you never need to share them to follow this lesson. If anything on your screen looks unexpected, stop and ask a family member or your Tech Helper.