Although internet shopping can be enjoyable and often with successful outcomes, shopping online of course can also be fraught with danger. Consumer Affairs regularly receive complaints, with some of the issues being:

• did not receive the goods that they ordered and paid for
  
• experienced long delays in receiving the goods
  
• received the goods, but htey were different to what they ordered.

• Always do your research when purchasing from any individual or company over the internet. Remember, just because they have an internet site does not mean they are legitimate business.
• For Australians, if buying online, preference should be given to buying from an Australian business, as you have a greater chance of any issues being addressed. You should still always check that they are a legitimate business.