Bidding: How to Buy Items in an Auction

To purchase an item in an auction:

1. Select your item.
2. Enter your maximum bid amount, then click Bid.
3. Review the details of your bid on the Confirm Bid page, then click Submit Bid.
4. Review auction results.

AutoBid:

Your maximum bid cannot be seen by other bidders. AutoBid automatically bids on your behalf, up to your maximum amount, using preset bid increments as other bidders increase their bids.  

Reserve Price:

Some sellers set a Reserve Price for the item. This price is the lowest amount the seller will accept for the item. Bidders cannot see the Reserve Price. If there is a Reserve Price, the words "Reserve Not Met" or "Reserve Met" will appear beneath the Enter Amount box to let you know whether your bid has met the Reserve Price.

Final call and the 15 Minute Rule: 

There is a 15 minute final call time to prevent sniping and offer all users the opportunity to bid.