Buying
WiseMove
Gumtree is currently collaborating with Wise Move. Wise Move allows for easy and hassle-free moving of big or small items. So, if you are buying something on Gumtree and you have trouble getting the item(s) to your home, consider Wise Move to handle ...
Searching for Something on Gumtree?
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 ...
What Does Verified Information Mean?
The Gumtree community works best when members know and trust each other. That's why we give our customers the opportunity to confirm their account information. Verifying information does not mean that someone is a good person, but it does show that ...
Booking a Test Drive - How Does It Work?
An exciting new feature that allows buyers to book a test drive for automotive vehicles is now available! Can I book a test drive on all vehicle ads? No, the book a test drive option will only be available on dealer vehicle listings that are ...
Think Carefully Before Buying an Exotic Pet
Exotic pets are becoming more popular with aspiring pet owners, but buying one without doing your homework can be risky. While certain animals are freely sold as pets, they might not be naturally suitable as pets. Gumtree, for example, does not allow ...
Things to Consider Before Becoming a Pet Owner
So you’ve decided to add a new addition to your household! Pets are fun and fulfilling companions, but it’s important to make sure that you are ready for their arrival before choosing the type of pet you will bring home. Adopt or shop? Gumtree ...
Choose the Right Pet for Your Home
There are plenty of pets in South Africa that require good homes – but even if you have the best intentions, it’s important for your (and your pet’s) sake that the friend you take home matches your lifestyle. Choosing a new puppy or kitten based on ...
Adopt - Don't Shop
Owning a pet is great fun – you not only gain a great companion and friend, but also add a new personality to your home to enjoy. However, the decision to bring a new dog or cat home should not be entered into lightly. Your family, your finances and ...
How Do Alerts & Saved Searches Work?
Alerts allow you to save your searches on Gumtree and receive notifications when a new ad is placed that matches your search criteria. How do I create an alert? Desktop & Mobile Website: Create a Gumtree account by clicking here. You will be able to ...
How Does the Watchlist & Adding Ads to Favourites Work?
The Watchlist allows you to save up to 30 different Gumtree ads so that you can come back to them later on. To add an ad to your Watchlist, click "Save" next to it on the search or category listings page. It should show a heart emoticon to show that ...
How Do I Complete a Transaction Using Gumtree?
Gumtree should only be used to complete face to face local transactions. If you are buying or selling something, the transaction should take place in person at a location decided upon by both parties. Paying cash is the best plan. Money should only ...
How Do I Sort Ads by Category, Location, Type, and Price?
Category and search result pages are sorted by date, with the newest ads at the top. You can change the order of the results by clicking on the dropdown menu at the top right of the screen above the results. Click most recent to see the newest ads ...
How Do I Reply to an Ad?
Replying to an ad on Gumtree is totally free! To reply to the person that posted an ad, enter your email address and a message in the "Email poster" box found on the right-hand side of the ad: Once you send your message, the poster of the ad will get ...
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Gumtree Privacy Policy
We at Gumtree take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your Personal Information. We place a high premium on the privacy of every person or organisation with whom we interact and therefore acknowledge the need for Personal ...
Gumtree Terms of Use
1. Introduction These are the Terms and Conditions (“T’s and C’s”) of use relating to the Gumtree Platform and associated Services provided by Gumtree South Africa (Pty) Ltd (“Gumtree”, “we”, “us”, “our”). These T’s and C’s govern any User’s use of ...
About Us
Welcome to Gumtree - South Africa's most popular Classified Marketplace! ‘Put it on Gumtree,’ has become a favourite South African saying. Since our launch in 2005, we’ve helped millions of people buy and sell millions of things. We’re a place ...
10 Online Safety Tips for Buying and Selling
10 ONLINE SAFETY TIPS FOR BUYING & SELLING 1. Don't do anything online that you wouldn't do in real life! 2. Use common sense. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 3. Beware of common scams and fraud. Click here for scam examples. ...
Suspicious Emails & Phishing Scams
Please beware of the following phishing scams WhatsApp/Text messages sent to sellers, indicating that funds for the item they are selling have been paid to them through a Gumtree shipping and delivery or FedEx service. Sellers are then asked to enter ...