The Michigan State Police are reminding holiday shoppers on their

and

pages that "following a few safety precautions can help this season remain fun for all."

They've begun tweeting their list of

and, according to a recent tweet, they will follow those tips later today with the below online shopping safety tips, outlined on their Facebook page. You can follow along on Twitter or view the tips below.

Here are the online shopping safety tips from the Michigan State Police's Facebook page:

Shop only on Internet sites of companies you know and trust.

Only use secure websites. To determine if a website is secure, look for a key or padlock closed at the bottom browser window and a URL that begins with "https," not just "http."

Protect your personal information. Read the retailer's website privacy policy and never provide your Social Security number, birth date or mother's maiden name.

Ensure your computer has the latest anti-virus software installed before shopping online.

Beware of emails offering cut-rate prices on popular items; if the offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

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