Plus, with a few smart moves, online shopping can even help you save money. Having millions of products at your fingertips allows you to quickly compare prices and find the best deal, but so many options can be overwhelming or even lead to impulse buys.

Luckily, there are also more ways to save money while shopping today than ever before. Between comparison shopping engines, promo codes, coupons, cashback apps and portals, cashback credit cards, and even more ways to save at the checkout, shopping online to do most, if not all, of your shopping might be the best way to save.

Retail sites have features that entice you to buy more than you need, but savvy shopping can help you stick to a budget. These tips and habits—including staying focused, carefully timing purchases, and factoring in extra fees—could help you save.