We are living in the digital age, where we can reap the benefits of online shopping. This boon of online shopping is exposed to tremendous risks, despite being quick and most convenient mode of purchase. The globally accepted view is that the holiday season comes ahead in advance year after year. This increase in online traffic is eagerly awaited by the hackers who are gearing up to swipe credit cards and personal information to commit fraud and identify theft. The online users are targeted and exploited by the cyber criminals by initializing online shopping scams, fraudulent emails. E-card and phishing schemes and more. There are 10 wise tips to safeguard personal information, while shopping online and to prevent threats pose by hackers.