Does Gumtree own the items/services posted on the site?

No, all items and services posted on Gumtree are owned by businesses and individuals based in South Africa. Sellers can post an item or service on Gumtree for free!

How do I search for an item/service on Gumtree?

It's super easy, here's how you do it:

1. Navigate to www.gumtree.co.za on your desktop or mobile device. You can also download the Gumtree app for IOS or Android.

2. You can search using a keyword or by selecting a category relevant to the item/service you are looking for:

3. After you have selected a category or entered a keyword, you will be directed to a search result page. On the search result page, you can use filters on the left-hand side to refine the search results to help find the item/service you are looking for:

How do I reply to an ad?

Every live listing on Gumtree will have a reply section. Depending on the type of ad you are replying to, you might be required to register a free account on Gumtree before you can reply. Alternatively, you can also call the number displayed on the ad if the poster adds a phone number.

If you need any assistance, please reach out to our helpdesk.