A Gumtree account is free. And like a good braai, once you know how to use it properly, you'll wonder how you ever managed without it.
Here's what's waiting for you inside your account.
Saved searches
Searching for a second-hand golf set? A 2-bedroom flat in Pretoria? Save your search and come back to it any time - no need to re-enter all your filters from scratch. Your searches are stored and ready to go.
Search alerts
Even better than saved searches: turn on alerts and we'll notify you by email the moment a new listing matches what you're looking for. So while you're at the braai, Gumtree is out there hunting for your next deal. That's teamwork.
Favourites
Spotted something good but not ready to pull the trigger? Save it to your Favourites. Compare two similar listings side by side. Come back later. It's your personal shortlist of interesting finds.
Posting history
Every ad you've posted - active, expired, or sold (up to 3 months) - lives in your account history. Relist an old ad in seconds. See what's been up and for how long.
Draft listings
Started writing an ad but need to finish it later? Save it as a draft and pick it up where you left off. No starting over.
Account settings
Manage your notification preferences, contact details, and privacy settings all in one place. Including two-factor authentication - which we strongly recommend switching on.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up a search alert on Gumtree?
Run your search with the filters you want, then look for the 'Save search' or 'Get alerts' option on the results page. Enter your email and we'll notify you when new matches appear.
Can I save listings I'm interested in?
Yes - use the heart or bookmark icon on any listing to add it to your Favourites. Find them all in your account dashboard.
Is a Gumtree account free?
Completely free. Creating an account unlocks search alerts, saved searches, favourites, posting history, and drafts - all at no cost.