Christmas is supposed to be a relaxing time of year, but rushing round the shops without a clue of what to buy anyone is far from that. Avoid the Christmas crowds and do your Christmas shopping from home this year - more and more poeple are doing it every year.

Here are Shopsafe's top ten tips for Christmas Shopping online:

1- Start early. Imagine the satisfaction of finishing your Christmas shopping before the holidays begin. And before all the good stuff gets sold out.

2- Set yourself a budget. Christmas is a time for goodwill, so don't upset your credit card company.

3- Check Christmas delivery dates. If you are buying presents to be delivered directly to friends and family make sure they arrive on time.

4- Get items gift wrapped, even if you're having them sent to you it will save you the effort of doing it.

5- Check for free delivery. Order early and be smug.

6- If delivery isn't free then order more than one thing from a web site to save on the costs. Easy as mince pie!

7- Print out and keep your order confirmations, just in case you need them.

8- If you're cooking at home order your Christmas food shopping online. Get it delivered and don't waste your time in a supermarket checkout.

9- Finish all your shopping early and then join the holiday celebrations!

10- And get yourself something nice. Christmas is a time for giving, and that includes you!