ShopMighty.com^® - Where Friends and Family Shop^TM
The premier customer friendly on-line comparison shopping site.

Why We Are Better?

We are committed to earn your trust and loyalty by:

• Putting you back into the shopper's drivers seat.
• Allowing you to control your experience.
• Making it easy to find what you want.
• Presenting only reputable merchants.
• Listening to your feedback and suggestions.

Our pledge to you "Absolute Privacy and Anonymous Shopping":

• Always objective.
• Never advertise on our site.
• Never push a product.
• Never favor a merchant.
• Never send a marketing email.

The "Home" Page

The "Home" page is the place where you begin your on-line shopping experience. There are three ways that you can begin searching for the products that you are looking for:

• Using "Shop By Department".
• Performing keyword searches.
• To shop a specific Store, select "Shop by Store".
• To shop a specific Brand, select "Shop by Brand".

Using the "Shop By Department" navigation

The "Shop By Department" navigation is located on the left side margin on all of our pages.

While you select a Department:

• The Department’s Sub-Departments page will appear with the Product Categories.
• If a "View All >" appears under a Product Category List, it means there are more Product Categories, selecting it will display a full Product Category List.
• Select a specific Product Category in the list to view and shop the Products.

Note: the Sub-Departments are also opened under the "Shop By Department" Departments in the margin.

Viewing Department Sub-Departments (without going to the Sub-Department page):

• Each "Department" is prefaced with an orange arrow, click on the orange arrow.
• The Departments Sub-Departments will be expanded within the "Shop By Department" margin.
• Select the Sub-Department to view the Product Category List.
• Select a Product Category to view and shop the Products.

The "Product List"

The "Product List" displays all the products that belong to the "Product Category" selected or matched in the keyword "Search". This list has a variety of features that make it simple and convenient to browse the list.

These features include:

• The ability to sort by "Price", "Name" or "Store" in ascending (low to high) or descending (high to low) order.
• The ability to select the number of products to be displayed per page.
• The ability to move to the next or previous page in the list. You can also jump to the end or beginning of the list.
• The ability to jump to a specific page in the list.
• For every product in the list, detail is provided, to help you make the most informed decision you can, before purchasing a product.

Once you have found a product you are interested you can perform one of the following steps depending on which one is available:

• Click the "Buy" button to visit the merchant site and purchase the product.
• If only one Store provides the Product, click the "View Details" button to see product details.
• If multiple Stores provide the Product, click the "Compare Prices" link to see which Stores offer the selected product and compare prices.

Sorting the "Product List"

The "Product List" can be sorted by "Price", "Name" or "Store" in ascending (low to high) or descending (high to low) order.

• By default the "Price" column of the list is sorted in ascending order.
• You can identify the column that has been sorted, by the darkened green color and the order the column has been sorted, by looking for the "Sorted 0 - 9 or 9 - 0" or "Sorted A - Z or Z - A" icon next to a column heading.
  
• You can change the sort order of any column by simply clicking on the column heading.

Navigating the "Product List"

Navigating the "Product List" has a number of options. You can select the number of products to be displayed by selecting a count from the "View" drop down list. The range of products per page that can be selected from a minimum of "10 per Page" (default) to a maximum of "500 per Page".

• You can click on the orange double arrow to jump to the beginning or end of the Product List.
  << - Jump to the beginning of the Product List.
  >> - Jump to the end of the Product List.
  
• You can click on the orange single arrow to move to the next page or return to a previous page.
  > - Jump to the next page in the Product List.
  < - Jump back to the previous page in the Product List.
  
• You can jump from one page to another by simply clicking on the page number on the navigation bar. An example of the page numbers is given below:
  << < 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 > >>
  Note: The page number highlighted in orange denotes the current page.

"View Details" or "Compare Prices" Icons

"View Details" or "Compare Prices" are similar selected icons on the "Product List" format.

• "View Details" is presented if only one Product is present from only one Store
• "Compare Prices" is presented, with the number of Stores, if multiple Products are presented from multiple Stores.

Detailed "Product Information"

For every product shown in the "Product List", "Detailed Product Information" is provided to help you make an informed decision when purchasing a product. Often, limited information is provided and it may be wise to select the "BUY" button and go to the Store to see if additional information is available there.

• An image of the product is displayed. If no image is provided by the merchant a "Image Not Available" icon is displayed instead.
  Note: You can enlarge any image by placing your mouse over the image.
• The name of the product.
• A description of the product. If the description is too large a orange "...more info" icon can be clicked to allow the full description to be read
• The price of the product. If there is more than one Store offering the product, a price range is given for the product.
  Note: If you are viewing a single products from a single Store, than the actual price of the product is provided.

The following information is displayed only if it is provided by the Store:

• The manufacturer of the product.
• The manufacturer's ID.
• The SKU of the product.
• The ISBN of the product.
• The author of the product. Only if it applies to the product.
• The artist of the product. Only if it applies to the product.
• The publisher of the product. Only if it applies to the product.
• The label under which the product was produced. Only if it applies to the product.
• The condition of the product.
• Warranty information for the product.
• Promotional information for the product.
• The media type of the product. A list of media types is given below. Only if it applies to the product.
• Indication that the product is a special offer. The following icon is displayed to show that the product is a special offer.
• Suggestion that the product would make a good gift.
• Lets you know if the product is available at the Store and/or on the Web. A "Available At Store" icon is displayed if the product is available at the store and a "Available On The Web" icon is displayed if the product is available on the web. The following icons are displayed if the product is available at the store and on the web.
• Indication showing if the product is "In Stock" or "Not In Stock".
• Indication showing if the product is on sale, or if the actual price may very from what is shown. The following icons are displayed, to suggest that the product is "On Sale" or the "Price May Very".
• The retail price of the product.

"Bookmark" - ShopMighty.com

The "Bookmark" is located in the top right of the green bar. Always find us easily by placeing us in your favorites via our "Bookmark" feature.

Utilizing the "Search" feature

The "Search" feature is located on the top center of every page for your convenience.

Enter one or more unique keywords:

• Unique keywords describe the product you are looking for (e.g. description, model no., SKU).
• Select either "All-Departments" or a specific "Department".
• "All-Departments" will display the "Departments" that contain the Products whose content contains those unique keywords.
• Select the "Department" to view the Products.
• If a specific "Department" is used, Products whose content contains those unique keywords will be presented.

Shop by "Stores" or "Shop By Store"

"Stores" & "Shop By Store" are the same feature which enables the Customer to shop by a selected Store. "Stores" is located at the top of the page towards the left side in the green bar and "Shop By Store" is located in the right margin of the page.

• Select "Stores" or "Shop By Store" to view all the Stores we represent
• If using "Shop By Store", select the "See all Stores >" to view all our Stores

Shop by "Brands" or "Shop By Brand"

"Brands" & "Shop By Brands" are the same feature which enables the Customer to shop by a selected Brand. "Brands" is located at the top of the page towards the left side in the green bar and "Shop By Brands" is located in the right margin of the page.

• Select "Brands" or "Shop By Brands" to view all Brands to shop from across all the stores we represent. Here you can scroll down to the Brand you would like to shop or select the first letter of the brand to jump to the section containing the brands beginning with that letter.

Email a Friend - "Email Page" or "Email Product"

Email Page

"Email Page" is located at the top of the page, within the green bar, to the far right, on all pages. This is a tool to use to share a shopping "message & link" to a friend or relative - "E-Mail This Page To A Friend".

• "Email Page" a friend, any page from within our site.

The format is easy to follow:

• To E-Mail: enter the email of the person you are sending this link to
• From E-Mail: enter your email for a receipt confirmation email to yourself
• Subject: "Interesting Page From ShopMighty.com"
• Enter the message to your friend (e.g. Great gift for Dad!)
• Send This E-Mail
• Cancel This E-Mail

Email Product

Sending a friend a "E-Mail Product" is exactly the same structure and format as the "E-Mail Page" with a "Product link" being provided, instead of a "Page link".

Other Options

Other options that you may be interested in are:

• Contact Us - This selection allows you to provide feedback to the site administrative team. Please do not hesitate to provide us feedback at any time. This feedback is critical in improving the quality of your shopping experience
• Privacy - This menu selection provides an explanation of our privacy policy. If you need more information please use "Contact Us".
• Copyright - This menu selection provides an explanation of all material that is under copyright protection.

Use Shoppers Intuition

If it looks too good to be true, it probably is:

• Do the company's prices seem unusually low?
• Does the Store have a professional appearance?
• Are there a lot of spelling or grammar errors?
• Does the company's phone go unanswered?
• Post Office Box addresses are always a concern, unless the Store also provides the company's physical address and phone number?
• Does the company's phone go unanswered?

If any of these or other questions trigger a warning bell in your head, you would be wise to find another online Store.Always Print Out Copies Of Your Store Orders

Print and save records of your online transactions, including the product description and price, the online receipt, and copies of any email you exchange with the seller/Store. Read your credit card statements as you receive them to be on the lookout for unauthorized charges.

Bare Facts - Store Requested Information

When placing an order, there is certain information that you must provide to the Store such as your name and address. Don't answer any question you feel is not required to process your order. Usually the Store will mark which questions that need to be answered with an asterisk (*). Should a Store require information you are not comfortable sharing, leave the Store and find a different Store for the product you seek.

Compare Store Prices

Smart Customers always compare prices. Like today's "brick & mortar stores", varying volume purchases, overhead costs, lower profit margins, etc. Allow different Stores to offer the same product at vastly different prices. You'd be amazed as to how the same product can sell for such a big price difference. Once you've settled upon the Store and the product price you are willing to pay, keep an eye on shipping costs. Shipping costs vary and you need to look at the entire purchase cost (product + shipping) to see if the lowest price Store is really a bargain or not.

Discount Coupons For Stores

Keep an eye open for discount coupons. All Stores offer discounting from time to time. Discounts can be provided for percentages off single products, for volume dollar purchases or offers of free shipping for a period of time. The may be used to clear out inventory, capture market share or take advantage of a specific holidays or seasonal events. If you don't see any obvious discounts or deals call the Store and ask Customer Service if any are available. Sometimes they will provide a Promo Number that you can take advantage of. It's worth the try!

Keep Your Store Passwords Private

Most Stores require the Customer to log-in before placing or viewing an order. The Customer is usually required to provide a username and a password. Never reveal your password to anyone. When selecting a password, do not use commonly known information, such as your birthdates, mother's maiden name, or numbers from your home address, driver's license or Social Security Number. Do not reuse the same password for other sites. The best password has at least eight characters and includes numbers, letters and special characters. Consider one of several software products downloadable (some are free) on the internet as "Password Gorilla" to generate and store your passwords.

Lowest Store Shipping Charges

Once you've settled upon the Store and the product price you are willing to pay, watch those shipping costs. Shipping costs vary and you need to look at the entire purchase cost (product + shipping) to see if the lowest priced Store is really a bargain or not. Always look for free shipping. Look for the price break point where the Store offers free shipping and consider combining product purchases to take advantage of the free shipping offer. Some Stores offer flat shipping fees no matter where you are located. Another factor which influences shipping charges is distance - for example if you are located on the west coast and the Store is on the east coast, you may incur higher shipping charges. Check the shipping charges before you enter your credit card number.

Safest Way To Pay A Store - A Credit Card

The safest way to shop on the Internet is with a credit card. Within the U.S., you are protected under the Fair Credit Billing Act. You have the right to dispute charges on your credit card, and you can withhold payments during a creditor investigation. If it is determined that your credit was used without your authorization, you are only responsible for the first $50 in charges and are rarely asked to pay this charge by the credit card companies. Always review your credit card statement for possible incorrect billing - online or otherwise and:
Never shop online, using cash, cashiers checks, or money orders as you have no protection if you have problems with the purchase, Never use checks, as these can leave you vulnerable to bank fraud. Never use other types of Bank cards, as a debit card, a check card, or an ATM card as these too can leave you vulnerable to bank fraud and you have no legal recourse.
Consider using a "virtual credit card," or single-use card numbers, that can be used at online Stores. Credit Card companies offering these "virtual credit cards" are Citibank (Virtual Accounts Numbers) and Discover card (Secure Online Account Numbers).

Shop At Secure Store Sites

A secure Store Site uses encryption technology to transfer information from your computer to the online merchant's computer. Encryption scrambles the information you send (name, address, credit card number) in order to prevent computer hackers from obtaining it en route. The only computers that can unscramble the code are those that are talking to each other. Ready to purchase that Stores product? The Store asks you to log-in with your password and wants personal identifying information (name, address, credit card number). The Store states you are in a secure session - But how do you tell?

• First, if you look at the top of your screen where the web site address is displayed, you should see https://. The "s" that is displayed after "http" indicates that web site is secure. Often, you do not see the "s" until you actually move to the order page on the Store's site.
• Another way to determine if a Store's site is secure is to look for a closed padlock displayed at the bottom of your screen. If that lock is open, you should assume it is not a secure site.
• The third symbol that indicates you are on a secure Store's site is an unbroken key.

Transmitting your data over secure channels is of little value to you if the Store stores the data unscrambled. You should try to find out if the merchant stores the data in encrypted form. If a hacker is able to intrude, it cannot obtain your credit data and other personal information. Be sure to read the Store's privacy and security policies to learn how it safeguards your personal data on its computers.Shopping At Stores Outside The U.S.

State and Federal consumer laws protect you when you shop within the U.S. You may not get the same protection when shopping at a Store located in another country.

Store Sales Tax Avoidance (for now)

The Internet Tax Freedom Act, passed by Congress, created a 3-year "time-out" or moratorium on taxing the Internet. The sales of goods over the Internet are subject to the rules, much like traditional mail order catalogue companies. This means that a sales tax can only be applied to an item if the company has some kind of physical presence (i.e. a warehouse) in the buyer's state. If you can find a Store located in a different state, then your own, you can avoid these taxes. It will only be a matter of time before this moratorium expires and taxes are collected. So enjoy it today!

Store's Cancellation, Return and Complaint-Handling Policies

The day of the product's arrival, once you remove the outer shipping packaging, verify that the product is the product you ordered. Do Not Open The Original Product Wrapping, as once opened, if the product needs to be returned, many Stores apply a re-stocking or open package charge - especially on electronic products. Find out these Store facts before you purchase:

• Does the Store post a phone number and/or e-mail address for complaints?
• How long has the Store been in business?
• Will they still be around when you need them?
• Is there an easy, local way for you to get repairs or service?
• Is there a warranty on the product, and who honors that guarantee?
• Under what circumstances can you exercise your warranty rights?

Need to return merchandise, so be sure to check the Store's site for Cancellation and Return Policies:

• Who pays for shipping?
• Is there a time limit or other restrictions on the return or cancellation?
• Is there a restocking or other charges if you need to cancel or return the order?
• Do you get a store credit or a full refund of your charges to your credit card?
• If the Store only offers store credits, find out if there is a time restriction.

Don't expect less Customer Service just because a Store operates over the Internet.


Never Give Out A Social Security Number

Your Social Security Number is never a requirement for placing an order at any Store. There is no need for the Store to ask for it ever, by any means - email, phone, etc. Giving out your Social Security Number (SSN) could lead to having your identity stolen. There are more cases of identity theft committed over the Internet than ever before. Much of it can be avoided by following some simple rules. Identity thieves like to obtain their victims' identifying information using low-tech means like dumpster diving, mail theft, or workplace access to Social Security Numbers. They are increasingly using the web to apply for new credit cards and to purchase goods and services in their victims' names. The same advice for avoiding low-tech identity theft applies to shopping on the Internet. Most important - Be aware of who you are buying from and use credit cards for purchases. Check your credit card bills carefully for several months and look for purchases you did not make. If you find some, immediately contact the credit card company and file a dispute claim.Get A Free Credit Report Yearly

Consider obtaining your free credit reports at least once a year and check for accounts that have been opened without your permission.Buy A Shredder

Protect yourself from some of the low-tech thefts of identity by purchasing a shredder and shred all credit card applications you receive in the mail and any other documents that contain personal identifying information.E-Mail Requests for Identifying Information

E-Mail addresses provided to anyone, including Stores can be compromised and fall into the hands of Identity Thieves. Identity Thieves send emails to Internet users that ask them to update the account information for their banks, credit cards, online payment service, or popular shopping Stores. The email may state that your account information has expired, been compromised or lost and that you need to immediately resend it to the company.

Some emails sent as part of massive "phishing" expeditions often containing links to official-looking web pages. Other times the emails ask the consumer to download and submit an electronic form. Beware - statistics state that as many as five percent of recipients respond to them, becoming victims of financial loss, identity theft, and other crimes. Never reply to an E-Mail that requests for any type of identifying information, unless you validate the URL - Uniform Resource Locator. The URL can be checked to verify that the address, you are dealing with is the correct company. The URL is usually the above the web site at the top of your screen in a rectangular window that contains the web site address. You should verify this address when conducting any financial matters.
We are a firm believer in the philosophy of "Absolute Privacy and Anonymous Shopping". We will do our very best to represent only reputable Stores. Our administrators are committed to ensuring that every shopping trip that our Customers take online is enjoyable & safe. To further emphasize our commitment, although some redundant information is included, the following comments from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are presented.

It's no secret that browsing and buying online can save you time, money, and effort. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation's consumer protection agency, says shoppers who stop and think before they click can prevent an online Scrooge from interfering with their purchases and ultimately, their holiday fun.

The FTC and the technology industry recently launched "OnGuard Online", a campaign to help consumers integrate online safety into their daily online routines. The agency says that consumers who take a few precautions when they're online can help minimize the chances of a mishap. Among the tips from OnGuard Online are:

Know Who You're Dealing With

Anyone can set up shop online. Confirm an online seller's physical address and phone number in case you need to get in touch with them. If you get an email or pop-up message from the seller while you're browsing that asks for financial information, don't reply or click on the link in the message. Legitimate companies don't ask for this information via email or pop-ups.Read Between The Lines

Read the seller's description of the product closely, especially the fine print. Words like "refurbished", "vintage", or "close-out" may indicate that the product is in less-than-mint condition; name-brand items with "too good to be true" prices could be counterfeits.Pay By Cerdit Or Charge Card

Do not send cash under any circumstances. If you pay by credit or charge card online, your transaction will be protected by the Fair Credit Billing Act. Under this law, you have the right to dispute charges under certain circumstances and temporarily withhold payment while the creditor is investigating. In the event your credit or charge card is used without your knowledge and permission, you generally are liable for no more than $50 in charges per card. Many companies do not hold consumers responsible for any unauthorized charges made online, and some card issuers may provide additional warranty, return, and/or purchase protection benefits.Check Out The Terms Of The Deal

Understand refund policies and delivery dates. Can you return the item for a full refund? If you return it, who pays the shipping costs or restocking fees? Check on when you can expect to receive your order. The law requires sellers to ship items as promised or within 30 days after the order date if no specific date is promised. Can the recipient return your gift? If so, ask that a gift receipt be included in the package.Keep A Paper Trail

Print and save records of your online transactions, including the product description and price, the online receipt, and copies of any email you exchange with the seller. Read your credit card statements as you receive them to be on the lookout for unauthorized charges.Don't Email Your Financial Information

Email is not a secure method of transmitting financial or personal information like your credit card, checking account, or Social Security number. If you begin a transaction and want to provide your financial information through an organization's website, look for indicators that the site is secure, like a lock icon on the browser's status bar or a URL for a website that begins "https:" (the "s" stands for "secure"). Unfortunately, no indicator is foolproof; some fraudulent sites have forged security icons.Use Anti-Virus Software And A Firewall

Update your Anti-Virus and Firewall regularly. Anti-virus software protects your computer from viruses that can destroy your data, slow your computer's performance, cause a crash, or even allow spammers to send email through your account. It scans your computer and incoming email for viruses, deleting them. Your anti-virus software should update routinely with antidotes to the latest "bugs" circulating through the Internet. Firewalls help keep hackers from using your computer to send out your personal information without your permission. Think of a firewall as a guard, watching for outside attempts to access your system and blocking communications to and from sources you don't permit. If your operating system doesn't include a firewall, get a separate software firewall, or install a hardware firewall - an external device that includes firewall software.Check A Company's Privacy Policy

Check the Privacy Policy before doing business. It should let you know what personal information the website operators are collecting, why, and how they're going to use it. If you can't find a privacy policy - or if you can't understand it - consider taking your business to another site that's more security-conscious and customer-friendly.
The FTC works for the consumer to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace and to provide information to help consumers spot, stop, and avoid them. To file a complaint, or to get free information on consumer issues, visit www.ftc.gov, or call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653-4261.

The FTC enters Internet, telemarketing, identity theft, and other fraud-related complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure, online database available to hundreds of civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad.