What do you think of shopping online?
By IvChloe
@IvChloe (57)
China
March 27, 2013 7:02am CST
Recently, i've made lots of purchase online, trousers for my daughter, shoes for my husband, sweater for my mom, and snacks for myself. I've shopped online for 6 years - quite a long time i think. During these years, i've always thought of one question - what do i benefit from shopping online?
The answer is really obvious. Shopping online can save me time walking around the streets. I can buy anything i want without talking with anyone, and the goods can be delivered straightly and rapidly to me. And also there are so many fantastic gadgets only sold online.
Although sometimes i go shopping with families and friends on streets happily, now i'am a faithful buyer online.
How about you? What do you think of shopping online, my friend?
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14 responses
@iamsittie (327)
• Philippines
27 Mar 13
Online shopping for me is good. I have bought a long dress, ipod, cellphone and sandals. But then I am very careful in dealing with those online shops. Since it is online, there is no guarantee that your ordered item/s will be delivered. Some shipping couriers have mistakes and flaws regarding their services. Also, some online sellers are sometimes scammers. I have encountered one. May GOD bless her more so that she will not do that again.
@IvChloe (57)
• China
27 Mar 13
I am a careful person and seldom encounter such seller. Before buying the goods, i always check the details on the page, seeing carefully the picture and instructions and comments. Maybe there are some sellers who cheat us on purpose, but i'd rather believe them. Because trust is mutual.
@iamsittie (327)
• Philippines
27 Mar 13
I agree. I was scammed because I believe on that seller. She has feedbacks and some proofs of shipment but I guess she used that to deceive buyers.
@rog0322 (2829)
• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines
27 Mar 13
Hi,
For me here in my place, it sucks. It is slow in coming, the snail mail as the main culprit, risky, it can be lost along the way with no less than the thieves in the customs and post office. The cost is the same as that on the mall downtown and my money is useless unless I have to convert it to Paypal currency which is impossible under the circumstances because it (Paypal) is an unverified one.
Otherwise, I like to drool on the items I can't find in the mall on online shops from the comfort of the hole where I'm at and wishing I could get my hands on it someday, one way or another.
@chum24 (569)
• Philippines
27 Mar 13
hi...
i never done shopping online because for me i can't determine if the size of mine is fit on me because even though same size still i can't determine because my friend love shopping online then she buy dress same size but still won't fit on her and she try to sent back but the owner disagree about it.
@roshigo58 (4859)
• Pune, India
27 Mar 13
Hi,
I never done online shopping. I like to walk around the streets and do shopping. I think many times of shopping online. But when the time of shopping comes I prefer to go into shop and buy.
@mariaperalta (19073)
• Mexico
27 Mar 13
I love to shop online. I love ordering things from the usa to mexico. But only if I get free shipping codes.
@KrauseHome (36448)
• United States
20 Apr 13
Well personally you can often find a lot of great deals online. Often times these are better than what are in the stores even, and it does make it easier than having to run all over the place. Especially when time is short to do so as well. Most of the time I have done this it is usually way worth it as well. The only thing I've had issues with is clothes. But I will be doing some major shopping online for an upcoming vacation really soon.
@santuccie (3384)
• United States
28 Mar 13
Shopping online generally saves you money, both in purchase price and in the gas it would take for you to drive to a brick-and-mortar store. Always be careful where you shop, and be vigilant to keep you computer free of malicious software, which could steal your credit card information. I'm glad to hear that your experience thus far has been a positive one, as has mine.
@cowboyofhell (3063)
• Philippines
28 Mar 13
I've jumped into shopping online last year after getting my credit card. I find it hard to resist the temptation to buy expensive gadgets. I have to pretend I don't need anything else just to restrain myself.
@musicloverfriend (1465)
• India
27 Mar 13
yes.. I really like shopping online. I started it 3 years ago.. But i didn't bought shoes,electronic items and all. I only bought books. And i really liked it very much.. Shopping online does provide advantage. It helps to get items beyond what is present near your shops. Sometimes deliveries are done faster.. I do admire it. And you are right.. We do not have to walk at all.. I don't know about quality but i do like it..
@Arieles (2473)
• United States
5 Apr 13
I love buying/shopping online. The customer service is the best! No one coughing the germs all over me, people being much more respectful, and I don't even have to leave the house. The one thing I dislike about buying online is the shipping and handling charges which can add up pretty fast. I do like getting out of the house though and just taking in the atmosphere and watching other people, but nothing can compare to the customer service I get when I shop online.
@Mantohave (83)
• Trinidad And Tobago
28 Mar 13
Its a good idea except that you don't actually see what you're buying before you buy it. I buy games online to play on my PC and that works fine unless I buy a game that is not suitable for the machine I have and I've lost out that way at least once. Other than that its a good idea.
@neelia27 (896)
• Philippines
28 Mar 13
i haven't try shopping online but i am curious about it.. maybe in the next few days i will try it.. i have looked in different shopping sites and as of now i like what i see.. i am just hesitant because what if i buy something and when i see it already i might regret it.. i love to shop but sometimes going to a mall is so tiring and sometimes there are so many people around it and shopping online is appealing to me because it gives you the comfort at home and shopping at the same time..
