Electronics

Buying and selling electronics on Gumtree can be safe and convenient if you take a few precautions. Here are our top tips to protect yourself:

Meeting in Person

Whenever possible, arrange your transaction in a busy public place. Bringing a friend or family member is a simple way to add extra security.
If you do meet at your home or workplace, make sure another person is present. Allow the buyer to inspect the item, but keep the meeting in a common area.

Payments

Never send money by bank transfer or wire, as these methods are hard to trace and recover. Use only Gumtree’s official payment system.
Be particularly cautious with popular, high-value appliances like Dyson or Thermomix products, as these are often targeted in scams.

Product Safety

Check that the item is designed for use in Australia. Appliances built for other regions may not be compatible with local power outlets.

Fraud Awareness

Gumtree is a local classifieds website and ads aren’t reviewed before they go live on the site. Be cautious of scams, Gumtree does not facilitate transactions outside of our official payment system. Any emails or messages claiming otherwise, even if they appear to have the Gumtree logo, may be fraudulent. If you receive suspicious messages about payment programs not mentioned in our official Payments FAQ or Service Fees Guide, please report it to us. If ever in doubt simply contact us and we'll be happy to help.