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Last updated: 25th May 2005

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Accessing The Shopper's Market/clicking on links

Sometimes when I try to access a Shopper's Market page or click on a link I get the 'Error 404 Code' & it says "The page you are looking for does not seem to exist....." Why does this happen?

This happens with all websites. There are times when I am updating page/s or my Web host is performing maintenance or upgrades. It is necessary to maintain a good service. Please check back later when the page/s should load. Also, if you have Bookmarked a page the url may have changed, please go to the Homepage & access the page you wish from there & check the url, or use the search button at the top or bottom of every page to search The Shopper's Market

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Cached version of page/s

How can I be sure I am viewing the latest version of a page or pages?

Sometimes your browser may not display the newer version of a page. It sometimes uses the Cache files stored on your PC from your last visit. To make sure you are viewing the latest version of a page hold down the 'ctrl' key & press F5


Changing urls

Why do you change the url of some of your pages?

I try to keep this to a minimum, however, sometimes it is required to maintain a smother flow & better access to the many pages on The Shopper's Market. When I do this I leave the old url up with a message & the link to the new url for about 1 month


Clicking on links/accessing The Shopper's Market

Sometimes when I try to access a Shopper's Market page or click on a link I get the 'Error 404 Code' & it says "The page you are looking for does not seem to exist....." Why does this happen?

This happens with all websites. There are times when I am updating page/s or my Web host is performing maintenance or upgrades. It is necessary to maintain a good service. Please check back later when the page/s should load. Also, if you have Bookmarked a page the url may have changed, please go to the Homepage & access the page you wish from there & check the url, or use the search button at the top or bottom of every page to search The Shopper's Market


Colour green

Why so much green?

Green is better on the eyes than white & black, & green is my favourite colour


Cookies

Do you use Cookies?

No. Please read The Shopper's Market Privacy Policy


Copyright

What does Copyright/Copyrighted mean?

It means that any content on The Shopper's Market, links, info, advice, tips, all of it belongs to The Shopper's Market or the respective site & cannot be used without permission

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Dead links

Sometimes when I try to access a Shopper's Market page or click on a link I get the message 'The page cannot be displayed.....,' what is wrong?

As the message goes on to say there might be a problem with my site, my web host, or it could be a problem with your ISP or your browser. If it keeps happening with just my site then please use the link below to let me know. If it happens with other sites too it is probably a problem at your end


What if I find a dead link on your site?

All links are checked to correct or remove dead links. I am sure you can appreciate that there are several thousand links on The Shopper's Market & each link it checked in turn, it is impossible to check every link every day. If you find a dead link please use the link below to email us & let us know & we will correct it


Delivery costs

Why do some sites charge to send free a sample/product?

Some sites get a lot of requests for these samples/products. Delivery costs can be very high. The sample/product might be free, but not the delivery costs. Always read the terms & conditions first

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Email list

Can I place your link/banner in my email list?

Yes you can, we would appreciate this, but remember not to Spam. Read our Privacy & Anti-Spam Policies. Then visit our Link to us page


Error code

Sometimes when I try to access a Shopper's Market page or click on a link I get the 'Error 404 Code' & it says "The page you are looking for does not seem to exist....." Why does this happen?

This happens with all websites. There are times when I am updating page/s or my Web host is performing maintenance or upgrades. It is necessary to maintain a good service. Please check back later when the page/s should load. Also, if you have Bookmarked a page the url may have changed, please go to the Homepage & access the page you wish from there & check the url, or use the search button at the top or bottom of every page to search The Shopper's Market


Exchanging links

Do you exchange reciprocal links?

Yes we do, we have both banner & text links. Visit our Link to us page


Why are your terms, conditions & instructions for linking so complicated?

We have found that it is better to have such a system to reduce the risks of abuse by a few individuals who are intent on breaking the basic codes of the Internet which makes it harder for all good websites/webmasters. These terms, conditions & instructions are in no way a reflection on honest & decent sites

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Favourite links/websites

Why don't you have my favourite website/s listed?

There are millions of websites out there, it is difficult to check them all. Use the link below to send the url/s of the website/s to me & I will consider adding it/them


Freebies

How can those sites give away things for free?

Some sites are run by people who do it for the fun of it, most want your future custom, others have ads to pay for the cost. Either way, it is great for us


Free sample/s

I sent for a free sample from one of the sites you listed & it has not arrived yet, why?

It can take several weeks to receive the sample, 6-8 weeks & sometimes more if the site has received lots of requests. You may also not receive it because you did not meet the requirements. It might only be available if you live in certain countries, are a certain age, etc. You should always read a site's terms & conditions before you request a sample, service, product, etc. You could try contacting them & asking what is happening

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Green

Why so much green?

Green is better on the eyes than white & black, & green is my favourite colour

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Index

Why don't you have an Index?

There is no need for one, click on the Search button at the top or bottom of any page to search The Shopper's Market. There is a small Menu at the top & bottom of the Home page

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J

Jokes

Are all those jokes yours?

Some are, most have been gathered from other sources or sent to me. You can use the link below to send me a clean joke, which I may add to the jokes page

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Last updated

What does 'Last updated' mean?

It means that page was updated the last time on the date stated. This is helpful to returning visitors in saving them time by seeing if the page has new content since their last visit. That could mean new link/s were added, or the page was checked for dead links & if there were any they were corrected or removed, or new information was added to the page, or a combination of one or more


Latest version of the page/s

How can I be sure I am viewing the latest version of a page or pages?

Sometimes your browser may not display the newer version of a page. It sometimes uses the Cache files stored on your PC from your last visit. To make sure you are viewing the latest version of a page hold down the 'ctrl' key & press F5


Legal rights

Do I have rights if I do not get a free product/service or the product is damaged?

That is a very difficult question to answer as each country has it's own laws on such things. You could try seeking legal advice from an advice centre, law centre, solicitor, lawyer, etc. I would advise you to contact the site first & explain what has happened. It could also be the responsibility of the carrier who delivered the item. Always read a sites terms & conditions first. In most cases you do have legal rights, even when the product/service is free or a trial offer. Always check your rights, do not assume that if the site/carrier tells you there is nothing they can do that this is the case. Almost all sites & companies will deal with your concerns as they are reputable & want to make sure you are satisfied with them. On the rare occasions this doesn't happen you may need to revert to the legal route. You are advised to read that site's terms & conditions before you apply for any freebie/sample


Linking

Can I link to/exchange links with The Shopper's Market?

Yes you can, we have both banner & text links. Visit our Link to us page

Why are your terms, conditions & instructions for linking so complicated?

We have found that it is better to have such a system to reduce the risks of abuse by a few individuals who are intent on breaking the basic codes of the Internet which makes it harder for all good websites/webmasters. These terms, conditions & instructions are in no way a reflection on honest & decent sites


Links

Sometimes when I try to access a Shopper's Market page or click on a link I get the 'Error 404 Code' & it says "The page you are looking for does not seem to exist....." Why does this happen?

This happens with all websites. There are times when I am updating page/s or my Web host is performing maintenance or upgrades. It is necessary to maintain a good service. Please check back later when the page/s should load. Also, if you have Bookmarked a page the url may have changed, please go to the Homepage & access the page you wish from there & check the url, or use the search button at the top or bottom of every page to search The Shopper's Market

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M

Menu

Why don't you have a full menu?

There is no need for one, click on the Search button at the top or bottom of any page to search The Shopper's Market

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N

Newer version of the page/s

How can I be sure I am viewing the latest version of a page or pages?

Sometimes your browser may not display the newer version of a page. It sometimes uses the Cache files stored on your PC from your last visit. To make sure you are viewing the latest version of a page hold down the 'ctrl' key & press F5


Newsletter promotion

Can I place your link/banner in my newsletter?

Yes you can, we would appreciate this, but remember not to Spam. Read our Privacy & Anti-Spam Policies. Then visit our Link to us page


Non English websites

Why so few websites in non English?

I need to check out the websites I list, some I can read, some I can translate, those I cannot I am not able to list at this time. If you have a non English website you think I might be able to add use the link below to send me the url & I will check it out

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P&P

Why do some sites charge postage & packing to send a free sample/product?

Some sites get a lot of requests for these samples/products. Delivery costs can be very high. The sample/product might be free, but not the P&P costs. Always read the terms & conditions first


Popup Windows

I thought The Shopper's Market didn't use popup windows?

We don't. Other sites may & when you click on a link a popup window may open from that site


Privacy

What information do you collect about me when I visit your site?

Please read The Shopper's Market Privacy Policy

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Questions

What if I have a question that is not answered here?

Use the link below to email me & I will try to answer it. I may even add it to this list

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R

Reciprocal linking

Do you exchange reciprocal links?

Yes we do, we have both banner & text links. Visit our Link to us page


Why are your terms, conditions & instructions for linking so complicated?

We have found that it is better to have such a system to reduce the risks of abuse by a few individuals who are intent on breaking the basic codes of the Internet which makes it harder for all good websites/webmasters. These terms, conditions & instructions are in no way a reflection on honest & decent sites


Recommend us

Can I tell a friend about The Shopper's Market?

Yes you can, we would appreciate that. You can use the link below. Please remember not to spam. Please read our Anti-Spam Policy

Free Tell A Friend from Bravenet.com 
Free Tell A Friend from Bravenet.com

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Sample/s

I sent for a free sample from one of the sites you listed & it has not arrived yet, why?

It can take several weeks to receive the sample, 6-8 weeks & sometimes more if the site has received lots of requests. You may also not receive it because you did not meet the requirements. It might only be available if you live in certain countries, are a certain age, etc. You should always read a site's terms & conditions before you request a sample, service, product, etc. You could try contacting them & asking what is happening


Shipping costs

Why sites charge to ship a free sample/product?

Some sites get a lot of requests for these samples/products. Shipping costs can be very high. The sample/product might be free, but not the shipping costs. Always read the terms & conditions first


Site Index

Why don't you have an Site Index?

There is no need for one, click on the Search button at the top or bottom of any page to search The Shopper's Market


Site Map

Why don't you have an Site Map?

There is no need for one, click on the Search button at the top or bottom of any page to search The Shopper's Market


Spelling

Why are some words spelt strangely?

They are not spelt strangely. Those words are spelt the British way, as I am British

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Tell a friend about us

Can I tell a friend about The Shopper's Market?

Yes you can, we would appreciate that. You can use the link below. Please remember not to spam. Please read our Anti-Spam Policy

Free Tell A Friend from Bravenet.com 
Free Tell A Friend from Bravenet.com

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URL changes

Why do you change the url of some of your pages?

I try to keep this to a minimum, however, sometimes it is required to maintain a smoother flow & better access to the many pages on The Shopper's Market. When I do this I leave the old url up with a message & the link to the new url for about 1 month.

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Viewing latest version of the page/s

How can I be sure I am viewing the latest version of a page or pages?

Sometimes your browser may not display the newer version of a page. It sometimes uses the Cache files stored on your PC from your last visit. To make sure you are viewing the latest version of a page hold down the 'ctrl' key & press F5

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Websites

Why don't you have my favourite website/s listed?

There are over 8 billion websites out there, it is difficult to check them all.
Use the link below to send the url/s of the website/s to me & I will consider adding it/them


Word spelling

Why are some words spelt strangely?

They are not spelt strangely. Those words are spelt the British way, as I am British

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