How do I bid in an Indy auction?

Bidding on an Indy Auction is an exciting and straightforward process. Whether you're a first-time bidder or a seasoned pro, we’re here to guide you through each step to ensure your bidding experience is smooth and successful.

Step 1: Create an Account

Navigate to the auction page: Navigate to the auction you want to bid on.
Create an account: Click on the 'Create an account' button in the top right-hand corner.
Enter your details: Fill out the sign up form with your email address and create a password.
Verify your email: After submitting your details, check your inbox for a verification link. Click the link to complete your account setup.

Step 2: Register and Place Your Bid

When you’re ready to take part in an auction, follow these steps:

Register for the auction: Click the ‘Register for the auction’ button on the auction.
Receive your paddle number: After registering, you’ll receive an email confirming your paddle number for bidding.
Select a lot: Browse the list of available lots and click on the one you’re interested in.
Enter your bid: Click on the ‘Select max bid’ button. A drop-down menu will appear showing the available bid increments. Choose the amount you would like to bid, then click ‘Bid’ to proceed.
Confirm your bid: A confirmation window will appear displaying your selected bid. Review the details carefully, then click ‘Confirm bid’ to finalise your bid.

Auto-Bidding

Indy Auctions also offer an auto-bidding feature. You can set your maximum bid, and the system will automatically increase your bid incrementally when others place competing bids—up to your limit.

Step 3: Monitor Your Bids

After placing your bid, you can track its progress:

Auction timer: Each auction includes a countdown showing how long remains until the auction ends.
Bid notifications: If you’re outbid, Indy will notify you via email or directly on the platform so you can choose to place a higher bid.
Wishlist: Our bidder wishlist allows you to save your favourite lots to your account for quick access across multiple auctions. Track, monitor, and place bids effortlessly, all from your wishlist.

Step 4: Winning a Lot

If you have the highest bid on a lot when the auction ends—congratulations! Here’s what happens next:

Auction end: Once the auction closes, you’ll receive an email confirming whether you’ve won the lot.
Payment: If you are the winning bidder, complete payment using the method saved in your account. You’ll receive a link to the checkout via email.

Step 5: Payments and Shipping

To finalise your purchase, follow these final steps:

Make payment: After winning, you’ll receive a payment email with a link to checkout.

Shipping Confirmation: Once payment is confirmed, the seller will contact you regarding shipment details.