1. There is a delay before receiving your package: The main disadvantage of online shopping is that there is no instant gratification. Because the item must be shipped to you, you will have to wait a few days. I sometimes prefer going to the store if I see that the delivery time is too long.
2. You may receive an inferior product: Because you cannot hold the it and look at it in your hands, you don't always know the quality of the product. Sometimes the description or photograph of the product might be of something slightly different. As a result, you might end up with an inferior-quality item.
3. There are shipping charges: As previously mentioned, many of the disadvantages of online shopping stem from shipping. Shipping charges and delays are both common problems. Though items are generally cheaper in online store, sometimes the addition of a shipping charge makes the total price similar or more expensive than that of your nearby store.
4. There can be delivery problems: Sometime you may face delivery risks. This means that the seller might fail to deliver the specified product or it deliver a product that has been damaged during shipping.
5. Now it's easy to be a shopaholic: Since it's so easy to search and purchase different items online, many people end up becoming at-home shopaholics who buy things they actually don't need. I am sad to say that I think I am one of them! Online shopaholics think they are saving money because they can find such inexpensive products, when, in reality, it's actually a waste because you don't need those objects in the first place. So buy smart!                                  

1. There's a danger of being scammed: As online shopping becomes more and more commonplace, the number of online scams is also increasing. This is why a buyer should always buy from trusted websites only—trusted websites will take care of any fraud in order to maintain their reputations.
2. Some items are better to buy from the real store: For example, it's best not to buy clothing products online because you won't be able to know whether they will look good on you without first trying them on.
3. It's more difficult to return items: Returning an item is more difficult when you buy it online. If your seller accepts returns, they will usually want the item within a short period of time, and you will likely also have to pay for the shipping charges.
4. Warranty issues: Many electronic items are sold without international warranty. So, if a warranty is important, make sure you contact the seller to verify whether the item has international warranty or not.
5. Miscellaneous trouble: There are some other rare problems that can occur, such as credit card fraud, spyware, etc.

credit to the right owner.

1. Some interesting statistics regarding online shopping is as follows:-
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3. 1.) Amazon’s websites has 94 million visitors per one month.
   
   2.) 77% men and 68% women shop
   during lunch hour.
   
   3.) 20% of customers abandon an online purchase because they are doubtful about the security of their credit cards.
   
   4.) U.S. e-commerce sales grew from 72 billion U.S. dollars in 2002 to 228 billion U.S. dollars in 2010
   
   5.) Online shopping is much popular among younger and middle aged user. Shoppers aged between 35 and 44 make up 29% of all online spending.
   
   6.) 72% of women look online for apparels and lingerie.
   
   7.) Approx. 40% of online shoppers consult online reviews before they shop.
   
   8.) In India, men form the majority among online customers.
   9.) The first online shopping site on Internet was the pizza shop by Pizza hut in 1994.
   
   10.) The “best seller” product in shopping sites worldwide is books.
   
   11.) Bestselling book on Amazon for 2012 was the autobiography of Steve Jobs-“Steve Jobs”.
   
   12.) The number of online shoppers is expected to grow to 170 million in 2015.
   
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5. Taken from : https://storify.com/anikaverma/interesting-facts-about-online-shopping
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How to online shopping ? 

Examples of famous online shopping.

Ebay

Payback

Tesco 

i-Butler 

Credit to the right owners.

Why online Shopping ?

• 24/7 Availability – Online shopping stores are open round the clock of 24/7, 7 days a week and 365 days. It is very rare to find any conventional retail stores that are open 24/7. The availability of online stores give you the freedom to shop at your own pace and convenience. 

• Hate Waiting in Lines – When buying items online, there are no long lines you have to endure, just to buy your merchandise. The idea of shopping online is cutting down those bad habits of standing in a long line and just waiting. Every online store is designed with unique individual ordering features to purchase the item. 

• Too Ashamed to Buy – There are times that you want to purchase something out of the ordinary that can be a bit embarrassing when seen by other people. Items like weird ornaments, sexy lingerie, adult toys, etc. In online shopping, you do not need to be ashamed; your online transactions are basically done privately. 

• Easy to Search Merchandise You Want to Buy – You are able to look for specific merchandise that includes model number, style, size, and color that you want to purchase. In addition, it is easy to determine whether the products are available or out of stock.

Online shopping offers many benefits such us convenience and comfort. You can also avail of amazing deals on various items. However, there are items being sold online that you should avoid buying. Take a look at these things you should never buy online.

1. Luxury items

Who doesn’t want to buy luxury items like signature bags, shoes, dresses and fine jewelry at unbelievably low prices? Indeed, you can find such offers from online sellers. These items are sold at a cheaper price but you can never really verify their authenticity. They could be knockoffs or misrepresented and the only way to find out if they’re not genuine is when you already paid for the items and have them with you.

2. Prescription drugs

Many people are fond of buying their prescription medications online for the sake of saving money on transportation and avoid falling in line or beating the traffic. It seems that these meds are also sold at cheaper prices compared to local pharmacies. Drugs like enhancement pills, antidepressants and contraceptives are abundant online and they’re very cheap, too. Many sellers won’t even question or require a prescription. But then again, you can never truly know if they’re genuine or approved until they arrive or long after you felt something wrong after taking them.

3. Fragile appliances

Fragile electronic items like flat-screen televisions are available online too. You have many choices to choose from with regard to price, size, and even brand. However, buying such fragile item online can be very risky. For starters, it has to be transported and you can never tell what may happen along the way. Many online stores have very strict return policy while some will charge you extra for restocking and shipping.

4. Shoes

Shopping for shoes can be very tricky because there are times when you need to actually try them on to determine whether or not they fit you perfectly. You can’t really tell if that pair of strappy sandals will look good on you or the colour of that pair of attractive stilettos matches your dress.

5. Pets

You can also find pets being sold online from the usual breeds of dogs and cats to rare species of spiders and reptiles. Shopping for such animals online is not a good idea because you have to pay a big amount of money for transportation alone. There’s also a possibility for the animal to become sick or even die when in transit.

Beware of these things you should never buy online. In case you need to buy them, head straight to the nearest store so you can take your best pick.


Taken from : http://www.msn.com/en-ae/news/digitallife/5-things-you-should-never-buy-online/ar-BBiBal1

1. ASOS
ASOS.com is the UK’s largest online-only style and beauty retail store, carrying over 50,000 branded and own label product lines across womenswear, menswear and accessories. ASOS.com allows visitors to narrow their search by trends and collection, as well as provides an online marketplace where you can buy and sell pre-owned vintage. In addition to ASOS.com’s vast social media presence (twitter, Facebook, Pinterest etc), the recently introduced “Fashion Finder” provides an opportunity for consumers to create and personalize outfits, look books and fashion videos.

2. NASTY GAL
Founded in 2006, NastyGal.com launched as an eBay store selling an assortment of highly curated vintage pieces. The international style source now offers new and vintage pieces that are handpicked by the NastyGal.com team. Setting themselves apart from the competition, NASTYGAL.com offers public “want lists” – a shopaholics answer to a wedding registry – that allows friends and family to freely search your most wanted pieces for birthdays, holidays, or just because they love you.

3. MR PORTER
MrPorter.com – male cousin to Net-a-Porter.com – launched in 2011 and has since been doing a bang-up job of cracking the notoriously stagnant men’s online market. While the retailer offers every major designer from Alexander McQueen to Ray Ban, it’s MrPorter.com’s online community that sets it apart from imitators. With features like STYLEPEDIA, an online style council offering tips from style icons such as N.E.R.D’s Pharrell Williams, and an iPhone app for on-the-go advice, men no longer have an excuse to look like Van Wilder.

4. Zappos
Zappos.com provides members with amazing deals on designer apparel and footwear. Regardless of your budget, Zappos.com promises not only the best prices, but the best service. Zappos.com provides a LIVE HELP service that acts as an instant messenger to their 24/7 on-call support team. If you’re having an issue with products, prices or have other inquiries, Zappos.com has humanized their online platform to ensure that you receive answers to your questions immediately.

5. Singer22
Bringing consumers closer to the stars than ever before, Singer22.com provides guests with the option to search by Celebrity Picks and purchase styles worn by A-listers such as Olivia Palermo and Victoria Beckham. If you’re concerned that those Maurie & Eve Tori Buckle Pants won’t look the same on you as they do on Kim Kardashian, not to worry. Singer22.com also provides images of Singer22.com models and regular folk (in the Community section) rocking their gear.

Taken from : http://www.fashionotes.com/content/2012/06/top-10-online-shopping-sites/

1. Sales tax can add a significant sum to the total purchase price of your order (upwards of 10%). As such, it’s worth investigating which stores charge you sales tax versus which stores won’t. Many of the pure online retailers, like Amazon, typically don’t charge sales tax for online orders.

2. Many of the top online stores offer rewards programs when you buy from them. Some are better than others, but you can generally save 4-5% if you’re on the lookout.

3. Credit cards can sometimes get an unfair rap. But if you’re smart about using them, a good credit card can save you a substantial sum. Sites like Nerdwallet.com are a great resource for figuring out what credit card is most appropriate for your spending habits.

4. If you’re a student, keep in mind that you can be exempt from sales tax in several states. Students who plan on spending hundreds of dollars on text books in August can get major savings from this little secret.

5. For many online retailers, you have the ability to earn “cash back” on your purchases. Sites like Zestii and Ebates make it easy for you to earn a percentage back each time you buy.

Taken from : http://www.businessinsider.com/13-things-you-need-to-know-about-shopping-online-2011-8?IR=T&r=US&IR=T