Creating a single lot auction
Single Lot Auction Setup
Once you have selected the Single Lot template, you will then enter the Auction Creator to set up your auction details:
- Logo: Upload a logo with an optional URL link.
- Menu Links: Add up to 7 links, plus 4 optional dropdown items.
- Lead Image: Upload a JPEG/PNG (max 5 MB).
- Title & Description: Write a clear, compelling auction title and description.
- Currency: Select from 10 options (e.g., USD, EUR, GBP).
Auction Dates:
- Set start and end dates (includes countdown clock).
- Choose from 14 time zones (this can not be changed once bids begin being accepted).
Auction Rules (Pro plan):
- All Lots: All close together; extensions apply to all.
- Cascade: Close sequentially; extensions roll forward.
- Individual Lots: Close independently with individual extensions.
Registration Options (Starter & Pro plans):
- Email only
- Card validation
- Manual approval
Buyer’s Fee: This is an optional fee that can be set either as a fixed amount per lot or as a percentage of the hammer price. It is added to the final price after the auction closes.
Terms & Conditions/FAQs: Customise the default terms and conditions and the FAQs (these are locked in once auction is live).
Privacy Settings:
- Show/hide results or bid history (with bidder flags).
- Make the auction private with a password.
Click Save to confirm your auction details and create your auction. You can edit these details anytime before publishing.
Adding Your Lot
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Navigate to the 'Auctions' tab in your Indy account
- Select your auction draft from the list.
- Open the 'Lots' tab.
- Click 'Create Lot' to get started.
- Upload up to 5 images and select a lead image (centre of carousel). See: Image dimensions and guidance.
- Title 1 (required): e.g., maker's name, "Pablo Picasso"
- Title 2 (optional): e.g., item name, "The Weeping Woman"
- Add a detailed description starting with catalogue details (e.g., dimensions)
- Set a starting price
- Add an optional estimated price range, see: Estimates and starting prices for online auctions.
- Include a shipping quote or contact info for shipping inquiries
- Add up to 3 tags (e.g., "ceramics")
- Click Save to create your lot
- Publish to preview the auction as bidders will see it. You can unpublish to make changes, and lot details stay editable even when live.