Keep Good

Records

When shopping online, it is a good idea to keep good records.

Tip

If the current date does not appear on these printouts, you should add it in writing.

What Records Should I Keep?

Keep the following records from all online transactions:

A printout of the Web pages indicating the seller’s name, postal address, and telephone number

A printout of the Web pages describing the item(s) that you ordered

A printout of the Web pages or pop-up screens that provide the seller’s legal terms

Printouts of any e-mail messages (for example, confirmation messages) that you send to or receive from the seller. This includes

Messages that show the seller stated that the product is suitable for the specific purpose for which you need it

Messages in which you notify the seller of the problems you had with the merchandise you received

Messages that show your good faith attempt to resolve a problem with the merchant concerning a charge that you feel should not have been placed on your credit card

Notes or e-mail confirmations of any telephone conversations that you have with the seller

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