#BlackFriday Tip 2⃣ When shopping online, trying on products isn't possible The good news for consumers: They have two weeks to return their online purchases 😎 Learn more about this European consumer right 👉 eccnet.eu/consumer-right… Nils Behrndt The Consumer Voice monique goyens

#BlackFriday Tip 3⃣ When buying from a new online shop, it's crucial to consider the available payment methods 💳🤓 If the only option is prepayment, consumers may want to explore alternative choices for a safer transaction #consumerreights #CyberMonday #ECCNet European Commission

#BlackFriday tip 4⃣ Consider your credit card as a secret weapon when #shopping With it, you can initiate a #chargeback procedure, allowing you to cancel certain payments for added peace of mind 💳✨ Centre Européen des Consommateurs France Forbruker Europa ECC_Nederland #ECCNet EU zu Lëtzebuerg

#BlackFriday tip 5⃣ Beyond discount seasons, consumers might encounter online shops employing #dropshipping 📱📦 While a legal model, it comes with distinct drawbacks Discover what these disadvantages are and how to navigate them 👉 evz.de/en/shopping-in… Anna Cavazzini

#BlackFriday tip 6⃣ The European Commission found in Jan. that 148 out of 399 online shops audited used manipulative practices, known as #darkpatterns Consumers, stay vigilant against these tactics 🥸 Read more 👇 ec.europa.eu/commission/pre… Didier Reynders EU Consumer Affairs EU Justice #ECCNet

#BlackFriday tip 7⃣ It may sound simple, but it's a powerful reminder amidst the Black Friday chaos – every purchase consumers abstain from is a win for the #environment and their wallet 🌍💰 #ECCNet

Consumers can uncover shipping options for parcels sent across the EU using the EU Commission's "#ParcelPrice Transparency Tool" 🌐📦👇 #SaveOnDelivery

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