How to Shop Online in Kenya Without Getting Scammed (2025 Guide)

How to Shop Online in Kenya Without Getting Scammed (2025 Guide) - BROMY
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Online shopping in Kenya has grown massively in the past few years. From laptops and phones to headsets and SSDs, many Kenyans are choosing to shop from the comfort of their homes. But with convenience comes risk: fake websites, shady sellers, and delivery scams are all too common.

At BROMY, we believe in keeping customers informed and protected. Here’s a quick guide to help you shop online in Kenya safely.

1. Always Check the Website URL before you shop online in Kenya

Many scam websites copy the look of real ones but have slightly misspelled domains. Always double-check the URL. For example, the official BROMY store is www.bromy.store. https://bromy.store/

2. Look for Real Contact Details

Legit stores will always provide:

  • A physical location
  • A working phone number
  • An official email address

You can find ours at the bottom of every page: Revlon Plaza, Nairobi | +254 113 221 869 | support@bromy.store

3. Don’t Pay Through Personal Numbers while you shop online in Kenya

Avoid any online store that insists you pay to a personal M-Pesa number. Always use official payment methods provided by the business. At BROMY, we offer till numbers and bank transfers via Paystack for transparency and tracking. We use Paystack as our secure payment provider — you can even check them out online if you'd like to learn more about their credibility. www.paystack.com

If you are a business here is a quick overview of Paystack:

4. Check Reviews and Social Media Presence

A legit online store should have reviews, customer comments, and visible social activity. No posts, no tags, no comments? Be cautious.

On our header or footer you'll find our All reviews sections. Feel free to go through it.

You can check BROMY on Instagram, TikTok, and X where we show product tips, deliveries, and customer feedback.

Follow BROMY @bromytech

5. Watch Out for Prices That Are Too Good to Be True

Scam stores lure people with super cheap deals. If a MacBook that usually costs KSh 120,000 is being sold for 5K, that’s a red flag. Always compare with other sellers before you shop online in Kenya and check out.

6. Ask Questions

Don’t be afraid to reach out before buying:

A real store won’t hesitate to answer. At BROMY, we respond fast and clearly.

Final Tip:

Trust your gut. If something feels off, it probably is. Online shopping should be easy, not risky.

someone shopping online

BROMY was built to give Kenyans a safe space to shop for tech. We deliver across Kenya and back our products with real support.

We also understand that Kenya is a third-world country, and many people naturally prefer buying things physically—it's what feels safer. And we totally get that. But if you're ever unsure about shopping online—or even from us—it’s okay to have doubts. Leave a comment or reach out to us and let us know what’s holding you back. Your feedback helps us improve and serve you better.

Explore safe and reliable tech shopping at www.bromy.store.

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