CONSUMER TRUST IN UZBEKISTAN’S E-COMMERCE
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e-commerce, consumer trust, digital economy, Uzbekistan, online marketplaces, digital payments, logistics, cybersecurity, platform economy##article.abstract##
This article examines the formation of consumer trust in e-commerce platforms in Uzbekistan. The study
analyzes the role of digital infrastructure, online marketplaces, payment systems, logistics, legal regulation, cybersecurity
and platform transparency in strengthening confidence in digital transactions. The research uses comparative analysis,
statistical interpretation, document analysis and a system approach. The findings show that Uzbekistan has achieved
rapid growth in internet access and online trade, but the next stage of e-commerce development depends on stronger
consumer protection, reliable logistics, transparent platform rules and secure digital payments. The article argues that
consumer trust is not only a behavioral factor, but also an economic mechanism that reduces transaction costs, expands
formal trade and supports digital market development.
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