Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Gumtree.com, known as Gumtree, is a British-based online classified advertisement and community website based at Hotham House, Richmond, London.

Is Gumtree an Australian company?

Gumtree launched in Australia in 2007 and is part of eBay Classifieds Group (eCG) – a global collection of 11 brands which aim to create connected commerce that is enabled by people, supported by technology and open for everyone.

Who set up Gumtree?

Mr Pennington and Mr Crookall set up Gumtree in 2000 after deciding that Londoners needed a classified ad website focusing on homes. They sold it to eBay in 2005. The US auction giant also backed Slando, taking a 20 per cent stake in the venture.

What kind of website is Gumtree?

online classified advertisement Gumtree.com, known as Gumtree, is a British-based online classified advertisement and community website based at Hotham House, Richmond, London. Classified ads are either free or paid for depending on the product category and the geographical market.