Creating Electronic Word of Mouth Credibility through Social Networking Sites and Determining Its Impact on Brand Image and Online Purchase Intentions in India

• Mohd Shuaib Siddiqui ^[1] ; Urooj Ahmad Siddiqui ; Mohammed Arshad Khan ^[2] ; Ibrahim Ghazi Alkandi ^[2] ; Jaziba Haroon Siddiqui ^[3]
  1. [1] Integral University

     Integral University

     India

     
  2. [2] Saudi Electronic University

     Saudi Electronic University

     Arabia Saudí

     
  3. [3] Aligarh Muslim University

     Aligarh Muslim University

     India

     

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• Localización: Journal of Theoretical and Applied Electronic Commerce Research, ISSN-e 0718-1876, Vol. 16, Nº. 4, 2021, págs. 1008-1024
• Idioma: inglés
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  • The aim of this study is to identify the factors affecting the credibility of electronic word-of-mouth (eWOM) stimulation through Social Networking Sites (SNSs) through an empirical model providing both theoretical understandings and practical implications. The proposed framework explicates the consumer’s use of SNSs as a tool for information sharing and its effect on brand image and online purchase intentions. The consumer survey was done through a structured questionnaire developed in accordance with the literature. Data was collected from 256 respondents, using both offline and online modes from 4 different cities of India. Structural Equation Modeling was employed to estimate the proposed model and determine the antecedents of consumer eWOM credibility and in turn its effect on brand image leading to consumer purchase intentions. The results show SNS activities play a significant role in creating eWOM credibility, which leads to shaping the brand image and purchase intentions. The findings would help companies to create a positive brand image to enhance their purchase intentions through eWOM aroused via SNSs.