Using Gumtree is generally free, but we sometimes charge a fee for certain services. If the service you use incurs a fee, youll be able to review and accept terms that will be clearly disclosed at the time you post your ad. You are responsible for paying the Gumtree fees when theyre due.
Its free to post an ad on Gumtree. However, you can also choose from three paid options to increase your ads exposure to potential buyers: Urgent, Featured and Spotlight.
How does payment work on Gumtree?
When youve agreed to the sale, the seller will request the payment in the Gumtree app. You can then review the payment request information in the Gumtree app and choose your preferred payment method. Once youve confirmed the payment, the money will appear in the sellers PayPal account.
How many ads can I post on Gumtree for free?
How many ads can I post on Gumtree? There are no limits to the amount of ads Gumtree community members can post. However, if youre posting as a business, you may be required to post your ad in the “Services for Hire” category.
How long do free ads last on Gumtree?
30 days How long does an ad stay on Gumtree? Your ad will be live for 30 days from the date of posting. If your ad falls into the categories of Services, Property, or Jobs, it will remain active for 60 days.
Is there any buyer protection on Gumtree?
Gumtree also say to be wary of buyers or sellers that ask you to switch payment method, normally to one that has no consumer protection. If they claim they are having account issues then, as mentioned above, search their seller number online to read previous reviews, or halt the sale until youve contacted Gumtree.
Can you get scammed by using PayPal?
The most common ways PayPal users are cheated out of their money through spam, phishing, and various kinds of fraud on the platform. You know how to use PayPal safely, but every day, scammers come up with new tricks to gain access to users accounts and empty their pockets digitally.
What are the fees for selling on Gumtree?
Using Gumtree is generally free, but we sometimes charge a fee for certain services. If the service you use incurs a fee, youll be able to review and accept terms that will be clearly disclosed at the time you post your ad. Our fees are quoted in Pounds Sterling, and we may change them from time to time.
Does PayPal offer buyer protection on Gumtree?
So the reason Gumtree transactions are often not covered by Paypal buyer protection is because paypal does not cover items collected or personally delivered.