UK Escrow Service

Secure payments
for the UK market

The trusted escrow service for buying and selling between individuals and businesses in the UK. Funds held by Stripe until you approve. Buyer protected. Seller guaranteed.

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Why choose TrustProtect in the UK

Funds held in escrow

Your payment is held securely by Stripe until you confirm receipt and approve the transaction.

Buyer protection

Inspect the item or deliverable before releasing payment. If it doesn't match, get refunded.

Seller guaranteed

Funds are confirmed before dispatch. Once the buyer approves, payment is automatic and instant.

Zero seller fees

The seller receives 100% of the agreed amount. Protection fees are paid by the buyer.

Stripe powered

Bank-grade encryption, PCI DSS Level 1 certification, 3D Secure. The same technology as Amazon and Google.

Dispute resolution

If something goes wrong, our team reviews evidence from both sides and arbitrates fairly within 48 hours.

Works with every platform

Secure any deal, wherever you found it.

Facebook Marketplace

Buy or sell on Facebook Marketplace safely with TrustProtect escrow.

Gumtree

Secure your Gumtree transactions — no more risky cash or bank transfers.

eBay (private)

For off-platform deals where eBay's protection doesn't apply.

Shpock

Protect purchases from Shpock and other classifieds apps.

AutoTrader (private)

Secure private car sales arranged through AutoTrader.

Any private deal

Whether arranged online, through friends, or in person — TrustProtect covers it.

12,000+

Transactions secured

£0

Lost by our users

4.9/5

Customer rating

100%

Sellers paid on time

Frequently asked questions

Is TrustProtect available in the UK?+

Yes! TrustProtect fully supports the UK market. Payments are processed via Stripe in GBP. The platform is available in English with UK-specific features.

How is this different from PayPal?+

PayPal doesn't hold funds in escrow. With TrustProtect, the payment is blocked until the buyer explicitly approves. This gives true buyer protection for peer-to-peer transactions where PayPal's policies often fall short.

What types of transactions can I secure?+

Anything: cars, electronics, furniture, freelance work, deposits, luxury items, services. Any transaction where you're exchanging money with someone and want protection.

How much does it cost?+

Buyer protection fees: 5.9% + £1 (up to £1,000), 3.9% + £1 (£1,000-£5,000), 2.9% (over £5,000). The seller pays nothing — they receive 100% of the agreed amount.

How long does a transaction take?+

From minutes (in-person handoff) to a few days (postal delivery). Once the buyer approves, the seller is paid within minutes via automatic bank transfer.

Ready to buy or sell safely in the UK?

Join thousands of UK users who trust TrustProtect for secure transactions.