The ACCC annual investigation is a coordinated action by 40 consumer protection agencies from around the world in order to focus on fine print in online shopping as part of the International Consumer Protection Enforcement Network. The ACC is stressing that consumers who buy online have the same rights as if they bought a product in a local store with the same return, warranty and replacement policies.
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