How do you not get scammed on Gumtree?

Follow these expert tips to help protect yourself against online fraudsters:When the price is just under the usual.When youre asked to take the conversation offline.Scammers tell a good story.Check the text and imagery havent been copied.Try before you buy.Pay safely online.What to do if scammed on Gumtree.More items •Apr 13, 2021

How do you know if a seller is scamming you?

you dont know contacts you out of the blue. youve never met in person asks for money. asks you to pay for something or to give them money through unusual payment methods such as gift cards, wire transfers or cryptocurrencies. asks you to pay for something in advance — especially through an unusual payment method.