In this day and age where almost everyone is very dependent on the Internet for their research, communication and even for shopping - it is not surprising that one is always wary of giving out private information over the Internet. This is true especially if one is shopping online where one have to give out confidential information like credit card number or bank account number.

At EpicToon.com, we always safeguard our customers’ privacy and make it a point to ensure our clients that transactions are kept safe all through the buying process. The VeriSign Secured Seal can be found on our site. It is recognized as the most trusted security mark on the Internet, and it signifies that our site is secured using industry leading SSL technology. An SSL Certificate allows encryption of classified information during online transactions. The McAfee Secure mark also appears on our site, this signifies that EpicToon passes the daily McAfee Secure tests which help address concerns about possible hackers stealing your confidential information.

EpicToon.com takes data security seriously to ensure our customers of secure online shopping experience as well as providing our shoppers with quality premium service.

Here are more tips to guide you with your future online shopping.

• Buy from widely known retail sites. Do not use your credit card or bank accounts online on unfamiliar websites.
• If a site is unfamiliar, search for reviews on possible data theft cases. Check that security software is in place, e.g. VeriSign Secured Seal. Be wary of websites that are putting these signs which are not clickable.
• Read privacy policy carefully to find out what information the seller is gather from you and how the information will be used.
• Double check pricing, be suspicious of prices or offers that are too good to be true.
• Use the safest way to pay on the Internet. You are more protected shopping with a credit card rather than a debit card. With debit card, online thieves can quickly relieved you of your funds, while your liability when using a credit card is usually limited to $50.
• If you do not feel comfortable placing an order on a certain website or if you feel pressured to place your order immediately, maybe you should not. It is better to trust your instincts than feel sorry later.