Creating your auction

To create an auction, click Create Auction and select from three templates: Classic, Single Lot, or Standalone.

After selecting a template, you'll be directed to the Auction Creator to input your auction details:

1. Logo: Upload your logo and add a URL link.

2. Menu Links: Add up to 7 menu links, with an optional dropdown menu for 4 additional links.

3. Lead Image: Upload a JPEG or PNG image (max size 5 MB).

4. Auction Title & Description: Create a compelling title and a concise, informative description.

5. Currency: Choose from 10 currencies, including USD, EUR, and GBP.

6. Auction Dates:

   • Set the start date (when bidding opens).
   • Set the end date (when bidding closes) with a countdown clock.
   • Select from 14 timezones, noting that this cannot be changed after publishing.

7. Auction Rules (for Pro plan users):

   • All Lots: All lots close together; last-minute bids extend all lots.
   • Cascade: Lots close sequentially, extending lots when bids are placed in the final minute.
   • Individual Lots: Each lot closes individually, with extensions only affecting that lot.

8. Registration Requirements (Starter & Pro plans):

   • Email Only: Bidders register with an email.
   • Card Validation: Bidders must validate a card.
   • Manual Approval: Approve or reject bidders manually.

9. Buyer's Premium: Set additional fees per lot or as a percentage.

10. Auction Terms & FAQs:

    • Customise the default Terms and Conditions and FAQs.
    • These cannot be changed once the auction is published.
11. Privacy Settings:
    • Choose to display or hide auction results.
    • Opt to show or hide lot bid history, including the bidder’s country flag (only available during the auction).
    • Make the auction private with a password.

Click Save to create your auction. You can edit the auction at any time before publishing.

Also see: Customising your auction