Can you be scammed on Gumtree?

Can you be scammed on Gumtree?

Unfortunately, there isn't just one method that scammers use when impersonating Gumtree or fraudulently buying or selling items on the classifieds website. If you're selling or buying or just have an account set up on Gumtree, you're at risk.

Can I get scammed with PayPal?

Once a scammer has hacked into somebody else's PayPal account (as in the case of the phishing email scam), they can make purchases and send payments with the money from the account they have taken over. PayPal may reimburse the seller if they are able to confirm that the account that made the payment was hacked.

Can you trust Gumtree?

Gumtree along with other legitimate companies wouldn't do this. It's a phrase we keep repeating, but if it sounds too good to be true then it probably is. A common way for scammers to trick you is to create an ad for an item that is only just cheaper than the competition but not enough that it'll cause suspicion.

Does Gumtree send fake messages?

Gumtree will NEVER SMS you, or ask you for your password or bank details. If you do receive an SMS you believe is a scam or SPAM – don't reply, forward it to 7726, to report it to your network provider. You should also contact us, and we'll try to get any phishing websites taken down.

Does Gumtree have buyer protection?

Note: PayPal Buyer Protection does not apply to payments made through Gumtree. Before you pay, carefully inspect the item in person or confirm the service has been completed to your satisfaction. Make sure you are with the seller when you pay.

Is it safe to use PayPal on Gumtree?

When you receive payments using PayPal for your Gumtree sales, you are protected against unauthorised transactions.

Does it cost to sell on Gumtree?

Using Gumtree is generally free, but we sometimes charge a fee for certain services. If the service you use incurs a fee, you'll be able to review and accept terms that will be clearly disclosed at the time you post your ad.

How do I sell furniture on Gumtree?

However, we reserve the right not to refund Gumtree users for any fees paid through use of Gumtree in the following cases: See the Gumtree Refunds Help Page for more details on the cases in which you may, or may not, be entitled to a refund of such fees.

What is Gumtree UK?

Gumtree.com, known as Gumtree, is a British online classified advertisement and community website. As of November 2010, it was the UK's largest website for local community classifieds and was one of the top 30 websites in the UK, receiving 14.8 million monthly unique visitors according to a traffic audit in 2010.

How do you delete messages on Gumtree?

To delete a reply in the inbox, click the 'actions icon' next to the message. Then select 'Delete'. You'll be asked to confirm your choice.