How to evaluate sellers and avoid scams when shopping

When shopping online from China, Korea, Thailand, or Vietnam, choose sellers with high ratings (4.5+ stars), thousands of positive reviews, and established store history of at least 6 months. Verified or official brand stores are generally more reliable.

Check seller ratings, read recent customer reviews focusing on product quality and shipping speed, and verify the seller offers buyer protection. Compare prices across multiple sellers - if a price is too good to be true, it probably is.

Use trusted platforms like Taobao, Tmall, 1688, Coupang, Lazada Thailand, and Shopee Vietnam. Avoid sellers with mostly generic photos, no detailed product descriptions, or demanding payment outside the platform. Always shop through platform payment systems for buyer protection.