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Introducing Pay & Ship: A Safer, Easier Way to Buy & Sell on Gumtree

We're thrilled to unveil Pay & Ship, a groundbreaking feature designed to revolutionize the way you buy and sell on Gumtree South Africa. Say goodbye to the hassles of arranging meetups, cash transactions, and shipping logistics. With Pay & Ship, exclusive to the Gumtree App, you can now experience seamless online payments, secure nationwide delivery, and enhanced peace of mind with every transaction.

What is Pay&Ship?

Pay & Ship is an integrated service that allows you to make secure online payments for your Gumtree purchases and have them shipped directly to a convenient Pargo pickup point.

How it works:

  • Find: Browse Gumtree for items with the Pay & Ship logo. *Currently only available on the Gumtree App

  • Buy: Click "Buy Now" and complete your secure payment online.

  • Ship: The seller will send your item via Pargo. You can track its journey every step of the way.

  • Receive: Your item arrives at your chosen location.

  • Inspect: You have a chance to review your purchase after collection. If it does not match the listing, we will refund you.

It's that simple!

Key Benefits:

  • Enhanced Safety: Secure online payments and no in-person meetups minimize the risk of fraud and scams.

  • Unmatched Convenience: Shop from sellers across South Africa and enjoy hassle-free delivery.

  • Expanded Reach: Sellers can now attract buyers from a wider geographic area.

  • Peace of Mind: Gumtree's dedicated support team is always ready to assist you.

We're excited to bring you this exciting new feature and can't wait for you to experience the difference it makes. Keep an eye out for the Pay & Ship logo on eligible listings and start shopping with confidence! Download the Gumtree App now!