GUMTREE — Gumtree Bank Charge Explained

GUMTREE on your bank statement may relate to Gumtree, which is listed in the Retail category. Gumtree is a UK classified-ads site for buying, selling and local services. A direct charge is usually a fee for a paid or promoted listing rather than an item purchase, since most deals are arranged privately.

What Is the GUMTREE Charge?

GUMTREE may relate to Gumtree, which is listed in the Retail category.

Gumtree is a UK classified-ads site for buying, selling and local services. A direct charge is usually a fee for a paid or promoted listing rather than an item purchase, since most deals are arranged privately. Be cautious of off-platform payment scams, and entries read GUMTREE.

GUMTREE is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How Do I Cancel a GUMTREE Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Gumtree by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel a recurring payment: If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Gumtree account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Gumtree directly using the details on this page.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does Gumtree Use on Bank Statements?

Gumtree may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About GUMTREE

What is GUMTREE on my bank statement?

GUMTREE is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to Gumtree, which is listed in the Retail category. Gumtree is a UK classified-ads site for buying, selling and local services. A direct charge is usually a fee for a paid or promoted listing rather than an item purchase, since most deals are arranged privately. Be cautious of off-platform payment scams, and entries read GUMTREE. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is GUMTREE on my bank statement?

GUMTREE is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How do I cancel GUMTREE?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Gumtree account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date. If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Gumtree directly using the details on this page. If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

Related charges

For more information about Gumtree and all its known transaction codes, visit the Gumtree merchant page.