Add Ukash Neo in time for Christmas

The use of secure online payments is likely to increase this Christmas as a bumper year has been predicted for online retailers.

It is estimated that a total of around £6.4 billion will pour into e-commerce sites from across the UK in December, marking an increase of 16.4 per cent compared to 2009 figures.

A study published by Media in Retail Group indicated that consumers spent £4.8 billion via safe shopping online which is a good indication that strong sales will continue into the festive period as consumer look for their last minute presents.

E-commerce expert Alison Wade, said that many firms are seeing people spreading their spending across many months, with people taking advantage of special offers and discounts on Christmas goods up to 30 days earlier than in previous years.

It is predicted that total online sales will net online firms a total of £17.4 billion, which is an increase of £2.4 billion on what was spent in the fourth quarter of 2009.

For those consumers who are worried about using or don’t have bank cards to do their Christmas shopping online,  Ukash, experts in cash payments, have developed Ukash NEO. Ukash NEO provides these consumers with an easy and safe alternative to pay online. By purchasing a Ukash NEO card, consumers can spend it anywhere where MasterCard is available online. Consumers will like this as it allows them to shop online without needing to share their personal details. They simply get a Ukash voucher from their local shop, exchange it for the Ukash NEO card online, and shop at their favourite site. You can accept Ukash Neo through your existing SecureTrading account. Find out how here.