Online shop

Online shopping is the process consumers go through to purchase products or services over the Internet. An online shop, e-shop, e-store, Internet shop, web shop, online store, or virtual store evokes the physical analogy of buying products or services at a bricks-and-mortar retailer or in a shopping mall.

Consumers find a product of interest by visiting the website of the retailer directly, or do a search across many different vendors using a shopping search engine. Online shoppers commonly use their credit card for making payments, however some systems enable users to create accounts and pay by alternative. Once a payment has been accepted the goods or services can be delivered.

Amazon

Placing Your First Order
Placing an order with Amazon.com is easy. There's no need to create an account first. You automatically create an account when you place your first order online. (We cannot accept orders by phone, fax, or e-mail. All orders must be placed online.)
Here are the steps you need to follow to place an order. If you have any problems when following these steps, please read our Troubleshooting Tips.
Find the Items You Want
Add the Items to Your Shopping Cart
Proceed to Checkout
Sign In/Create a New Account
Enter a Shipping Address
Choose a Shipping Method
Provide Payment Information and a Password
Review and Submit Your Order
Check Your Order Status





Advantage of amazon
One advantage of shopping online is being able to quickly seek out deals for items or services with many different vendors (though some local search engines do exist to help consumers locate products for sale in nearby stores). Search engines and online price comparison services can be used to look up sellers of a particular product or service.Shoppers find a greater selection online in certain market segments (for example, computers and consumer electronics[18]) and in some cases lower prices. This is due to a relaxation of certain constraints, such as the size of a "brick-and-mortar" store, lower stocking costs (or none, if drop shipping is used), and lower staffing overhead.
Products

Books
Books
Kindle
Textbooks
Magazines & Newspapers
Movies, Music & Games
Movies & TV
Unbox Movie & TV Downloads
Music
MP3 Downloads
Musical Instruments
Video Games
Digital Downloads
Kindle
Unbox Movie & TV Downloads
MP3 Downloads
Amazon Shorts
Electronics & Computers
Audio, TV & Home Theater
Camera & Photo
Computers & PC Hardware
Software
MP3 & Media Players
Kindle
Cell Phones & Service
GPS
Office Products
Video Games
All Electronics
Home & Garden
Home Improvement
Bedding & Bath
Kitchen & Dining
Furniture & Décor
Patio, Lawn & Garden
Home Appliances
Vacuums & Storage
Sewing, Craft & Hobby
Grocery
Grocery
Natural & Organic
Gourmet Food
Health & Personal Care
Household Supplies
Pet Supplies
Fresh Flowers & Plants
Toys, Kids & Baby
Toys & Games
Baby
Apparel (Kids & Baby)
Books
Movies
Music
Video Games
Software
Apparel, Shoes & Jewelry
Apparel & Accessories
Shoes
Jewelry
Watches
Health & Beauty
Health & Personal Care
Exercise & Fitness
Beauty
Sports & Outdoors
Camping & Hiking
Cycling
Exercise & Fitness
Fan Gear
Golf
All Sports & Outdoors
Tools, Auto & Industrial
Power & Hand Tools
Outdoor Power Equipment
Home Improvement
Lighting & Electrical
Plumbing Fixtures
Automotive
Industrial & Scientific


Determination of prices :
Usually the prices of product provided by Amazon are determined by the authority and the amount is fixed. But the customers get/receive different types of rebates, discounts and many other promotional offers in case of buying products from the sites.


Payment Methods
Amazon.com accepts American Express, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Eurocard, Visa, Visa Check Cards, payment from your bank account, Amazon.com gift cards, Amazon Store Card, Webcertificates, and checks, money orders, traveler's checks, or cashier's checks denominated in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank. Additionally, we accept Borders Gift Cards and Waldenbooks Gift Cards as payment for qualifying orders.
Amazon.com does not currently accept international wire transfers, PayPal, or Smart Cards. For grocery purchases, we are unable to apply manufacturer's coupons, food stamps, or any other payment method not listed above.
Other noteworthy information:
Amazon.com Platinum Visa Card: for customers who want to earn points toward free rewards with every purchase
Amazon.com Corporate Account Credit Line: for businesses looking to pay online by purchase order
Amazon.com Payments: for Amazon Merchants and Marketplace purchases

Payment Declines
If customer receive a message that we were unable to authorize payment from your bank account, If customer receive a message that we were unable to authorize or charge your credit card, please check with the issuing bank for your card. Credit cards may be declined for a variety of reasons, such as a technical error during processing, and we do not have access to further information.
If customer placed your order with Amazon.com, we will try charging the same card again if you do not submit updated information. Typically, we attempt to charge a credit card daily for one week before canceling your order. If the customer was placed with an Amazon Merchant, the order has been canceled. You are welcome to place a new order using a different payment method.If the order was placed through Amazon Marketplace, you will have an opportunity to resubmit payment. If the second attempt to process the charge also fails, your order will be canceled

Delivery
Their estimated shipping dates are based on several factors, including your destination address, how quickly we can obtain and assemble items for shipment (the "usually ships within" time listed on a product's detail page), and whether you have requested that we minimize the number of shipments or ship items as they become available. The estimated shipping date is displayed on the order form, just before you place your order.They calculate delivery estimates by taking the estimated shipping date and adding the time it takes a package to travel from our facilities to your destination address, based on the shipping speed you've chosen. Orders for multiple items or multiple copies of a single item can take longer to assemble before we're able to ship them to you.Shipping costs (if applicable) reduce the price advantage of online merchandise, though depending on the jurisdiction, a lack of sales tax may compensate for this.Shipping a small number of items, especially from another country, is much more expensive than making the larger shipments bricks-and-mortar retailers order. Some retailers (especially those selling small, high-value items like electronics) offer free shipping on sufficiently large orders.


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e-bay


Products provided by ebay
AntiquesArtBabyBooksBusiness & IndustrialCameras & PhotoCars, Boats, Vehicles & PartsCell Phones & PDAsClothing, Shoes & AccessoriesCoins & Paper MoneyCollectiblesComputers & NetworkingConsumer ElectronicsCraftsDolls & BearsDVDs & MoviesEntertainment MemorabiliaGift CertificatesHealth & BeautyHome & GardenJewelry & WatchesMusicMusical InstrumentsPottery & GlassReal EstateSpecialty ServicesSporting GoodsSports Mem, Cards & Fan ShopStampsTicketsToys & HobbiesTravelVideo GamesEverything ElseGiving Works


Payment system of e-bay
There are a number of ways to pay on eBay. Most sellers offer more than one option. Some payment options offer more protection than others, so be sure to select a method of payment that makes customer feel comfortable. The methods of payment
· PayPal
· Credit card
· Personal checks, cashier's checks, or money orders

Delivery system of e-bay

Once a payment has been accepted the goods or services can be delivered in the following ways.
Download: This is the method often used for digital media products such as software, music, movies, or images.
Shipping: The product is shipped to the customer's address.
Drop shipping: The order is passed to the manufacturer or third-party distributor, who ships the item directly to the consumer, bypassing the retailer's physical location to save time, money, and space.
Determination of prices:

Usually the prices of product provided by ebay are determined by the authority and the amount is fixed. But the customers get/receive different types of rebates, discounts and many other promotional offers in case of buying products from the sites.