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Getting Started

Your bidding journey begins with creating an account. It's quick, secure, and free to join our auction community.

1
Create Your Account

Register with your email address, verify your account, and complete your profile with basic information.

2
Verify Your Identity

Upload a valid ID or driver\'s license to verify your account. This helps ensure fair bidding and builds trust.

3
Set Up Payment Method

Add a credit card or PayPal account to fund your bids. Your payment information is securely stored and encrypted.

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Getting Started

Finding Auctions

Explore thousands of unique items across various categories. Our smart search and filters help you find exactly what you're looking for.

Use our category navigation to find items in specific areas like art, antiques, collectibles, electronics, jewelry, and more.

Add auctions to your watchlist and set up email notifications when bidding starts, items are ending soon, or new items in your categories are listed.

Check auctions ending within the next 24 hours to find fast-paced bidding opportunities.
Finding Auctions

Placing Bids

Learn the different ways to bid and maximize your chances of winning.

Manual Bidding

Place individual bids manually. Each bid increases from the current bid by the minimum bid increment. Bid early to establish your position.

  • Full control over your bidding strategy
  • Easier to manage with limited budget
  • Get notified instantly when you're outbid
Automatic Bidding

Set your maximum bid limit, and our system automatically bids on your behalf up to your specified amount.

  • Never get outbid due to timing
  • Bid while you're sleeping or busy
  • Set it and forget it
Placing Bids
Bidding Tips
  • Place bids early to gauge competition
  • Use autobid for convenience
  • Know your absolute maximum
  • Watch live auctions closely

Winning & Payment

Congratulations! You won the auction. Here's what happens next.

Instant Notification

Get notified immediately when you win an auction via email and on-site notifications.

Payment Due

You'll have 48 hours to complete payment using your registered payment method. Late payments may forfeit the item.

Contact the Seller

Once payment is confirmed, the seller will provide shipping information and arrange delivery.

Shipping & Delivery

Track your package and communicate with the seller throughout the delivery process.

Enjoy Your Prize

Receive your item, leave feedback, and plan your next auction adventure!

Winning Auction

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about bidding on AuctionHive

All auctions are verified and sellers must provide proof of ownership for high-value items. We also require seller verification for new accounts.

Bids cannot be canceled once placed. However, you can set automatic bidding limits to control your maximum bid amount.

Once you win an auction, payment is required within 48 hours. Refusals after payment may result in account suspension. Contact the seller directly first for arrangements.

Shipping costs are paid by the buyer unless otherwise specified in the auction listing. Sellers may offer free shipping on certain items.

Bidding is completely free. We only charge a small final value fee (typically 5-15%) to the winning bidder, which covers our services.

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