This web site http://www.2checkout.com/
was recommended to me. How can I know for
sure that it is an honest, reliable,
for real business that won´t rip me off?

John, the little guy.

Hi John,

Thanks for your question...there are actually a few ways that you can
be assured that you are dealing with an honest e-commerce site:

1. Start with the place you heard about it...is the person who
recommended it to you reliable? (at least historically speaking)
Asking them for a detailed description of their experiences with this
company would definitely provide some insight.

2. The first thing I looked for when visiting the site was the Better
Business Bureau (BBB) stamp of approval, and i did find it:
http://www.bbbonline.org/cks.asp?id=101091010135618315

This provides assurance that this company meets all the standards of
the BBB. More information can be found at the link above.

3. You generally want to know about the company/people behind the
website. Skepticism can alway be eliminated by contacting the company
directly before purchasing:
http://www.2checkout.com/aboutus.htm

4. Make sure you read the details of any purchase that you make; this
would include setup fees, taxes, or additional charges that you may
not realize initially.

Other than that, it seems to me that this operation is legitimate, but
obviously it is your final decision. Its a matter of balancing the
benefits received from dealing with an online site and a company with
a physical existence.

Hope that helps!

answerguru-ga

Dear Answerguru-ga:
You did an excellent, thorough job- answer!!! People like you are
making me addictive in using Google Answer. Keep up the great work!

God bless you to know and do His will!

John, who feels bigger now that I know better!