Your data belongs to you. Learn how to use your lovegobuy spreadsheet securely and protect yourself from common shopping scams.
Yes. The lovegobuy spreadsheet is simply a document you control. Whether you use Google Sheets, Excel, or another platform, your data lives in your account. We do not store, access, or transmit your order information. The templates we provide are static files with pre-written formulas — no macros, no scripts, and no external data connections unless you choose to add them yourself.
Your spreadsheet may contain sensitive information: item links, prices, your shipping address, and agent account details. Protect this data by keeping your sharing settings restricted. In Google Sheets, use "Restricted" mode so only invited email addresses can view. Avoid publishing the sheet to the web or sharing the link in public forums. If you collaborate with a buying group, create a separate "Public" tab with only item names and prices, keeping personal data in a private tab.
Never store credit card numbers, PayPal passwords, or agent login credentials inside your spreadsheet. The lovegobuy spreadsheet is for tracking — not for password management. Use a dedicated password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password for credentials. When recording payments, log only the transaction ID, amount, and date. If a dispute arises, this gives you proof of payment without exposing card details.
Scammers sometimes impersonate agents or sellers via WhatsApp and Telegram. Your spreadsheet is your evidence trail. If a seller claims you never paid, you have the transaction ID. If an agent claims your package was delivered, you have the tracking number logged. Always cross-reference agent communications against your spreadsheet. Discrepancies are an early warning sign of fraud.
Enable two-factor authentication on your Google or Microsoft account. Set your spreadsheet sharing to "Restricted." Back up your file monthly to a secondary cloud storage. Never share screenshots of your full spreadsheet in public — crop out personal data. And always verify agent URLs before clicking links from your sheet; bookmark official agent sites and compare against your saved links.
Not if you follow basic security hygiene. Use strong passwords, enable 2FA on your cloud account, and keep sharing restricted. Google Sheets and OneDrive both offer enterprise-grade encryption.
Yes, if you create a sanitized version. Remove your real name, address, and payment details. Share only item names, prices, and agent names — the data the group actually needs.
No. Our templates are plain spreadsheets with standard formulas (SUM, VLOOKUP, IF). There are no macros, no scripts, and no external data connections. You can inspect every cell before using it.
Export your spreadsheet to Excel (.xlsx) monthly and save a local copy. This ensures you always have access to your data regardless of account status.
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