Running online auctions with Indy.auction

indy.auction provides a streamlined process for setting up and managing online auctions. Follow these steps to create and run your auction efficiently and confidently:

Step 1: Create your indy.auction account

Sign up for an indy.auction account to get started here. Your account is your central hub for creating, managing, and monitoring all your auctions.

Step 2: Choose your indy plan

Select the plan that best fits your needs. Each plan offers different features to help you run successful auctions.

See: Which pricing plan is best for me?

Step 3: Connect your payment method

Link your preferred payment method so you can collect payments seamlessly from winning bidders.

See: Setting up your payment methods 

Step 4: Choose an auction template

Pick from the three available templates, Classic, Single lot, or Standalone, depending on the type of auction you want to run.

See: Image dimensions and guidance 

Step 5: Enter auction details

Provide the essentials: auction title, description, lead image, currency, dates, and time zone. Double-check for accuracy before publishing.

See: Auction checklist

Step 6: Enter lot details

Add your lots with clear titles, descriptions, images, and starting prices. Include any key details bidders need to make informed decisions.

See: Uploading auction lots

Step 7: Optimise your auction

Enhance your auction by adjusting visuals, setting buyer’s fees, and making your page easy to navigate for bidders.

See: How to optimise your auction for SEO

Step 8: Proof

Double-check all your auction information and lots to ensure everything is correct before going live.

See: Proofing your auction draft

Step 9: Promotion

Share your auction with your audience via email, social media, or your website to drive interest and participation.

See: Auction marketing, step by step

Step 10: Post auction

Once the auction ends, review results, finalise payments, and communicate with winning bidders.

See: Post-auction guide