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No padlock on checkout page

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Hi All

Placed an order yesterday with e-buyer, when i went through checkout with card details noticed no padlock on bottom of screen :eek:
Noticed the secured by thawte symbol and thought it must be because of that, after speaking to a friend today she said there should be a padlock on bottom otherwise it not secure! Oh cack does this mean :eek: :eek: :eek:
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  • windym_2
    windym_2 Posts: 5,261 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    I had something similar with ebuyer. When I went to pay the little window opened and said something about 'do you want to see secure and insecure items'. If you click yes then the padlock goes, if you click no it stays. Not really sure what it all means if you do click yes though. However, Mr Skint will know..............
  • helen21_2
    helen21_2 Posts: 8,092 Forumite
    windym wrote:
    I had something similar with ebuyer. When I went to pay the little window opened and said something about 'do you want to see secure and insecure items'. If you click yes then the padlock goes, if you click no it stays. Not really sure what it all means if you do click yes though. However, Mr Skint will know..............
    Thanks windym, i think i may be miss skint real soon :o:o
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    http://www.aarweb.org/other/secureweb.asp

    :hello:

    Not forgetting ebuyer security is based on thwate, its different to
    SSL security (the one with the yellow padlock)
  • helen21_2
    helen21_2 Posts: 8,092 Forumite
    Mr_Skint wrote:
    http://www.aarweb.org/other/secureweb.asp

    :hello:

    Not forgetting ebuyer security is based on thwate, its different to
    SSL security (the one with the yellow padlock)
    Does this mean i'm ok? And still miss loaded? :D
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    Yeah its because they dont use SSL encrpytion you wont see a padlock
    its just a different security system, also a credit card should have insurance
  • helen21_2
    helen21_2 Posts: 8,092 Forumite
    Mr_Skint wrote:
    Yeah its because they dont use SSL encrpytion you wont see a padlock
    its just a different security system, also a credit card should have insurance
    Oh thank cack for that :D I'm really beginning to think that those of us that no nowt really shouldnt shop on the net :D Thanks, you put my mind at rest!!

    Helen
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    Put it this way online shopping is safer than over the phone
    as long as you stick to the guidelines


    Shop only at Internet merchants you know and trust; if in doubt check with the Better Business Bureau (https://www.bbb.org).

    Beware of emails offering cut-rate prices on popular toys, software or other gifts; if the offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

    If you receive an unsolicited email from an Internet merchant, don't click on the links within it. Instead, locate the merchant's Web site address through a reputable search engine.

    Check Internet merchants' refund policies; some merchants set a deadline for returns or charge a fee to accept returned merchandise.

    Pay with a credit or debit card; for extra protection enroll your card in anti-fraud programs like Verified by Visa.

    Never share your passwords with anyone, and use different passwords for different Web sites.

    Protect your private information. When shopping online, look for the retailer’s Web site privacy policy and never provide your Social Security number, birth date, or mother's maiden name.

    Ensure your computer has the latest anti-virus software installed before shopping online.

    Always print and save the confirmation page when completing an online purchase.

    Don't wait for paper statements, Check your credit card and bank statements for suspicious activity by either calling your bank or visiting your financial institution’s Web site.
  • Donnie
    Donnie Posts: 9,862 Forumite
    Another tip is to download and use the Opera browser and use that for purchases when you can.
    It has an extra feature where it displays information about the security certificate being used. ie. Who it is registered to and whether it is current. No certificate, no transaction.
  • windym_2
    windym_2 Posts: 5,261 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Told you he would know. ;)
  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    windym wrote:
    Told you he would know. ;)

    Thanks windym, Much appreciated :beer:
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