Seamless, Satisfying Online Bidding Auction Experiences  

Designed for fast, trusted auctions anywhere, anytime. 

AuctionMethod gives first-time and returning visitors to your branded website a smooth experience with easy sign-up, mobile-friendly design, and fast, real-time bidding auction interactions. 

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A Platform Built for People, Not Just Payments 
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AuctionMethod delivers a seamless, immersive experience designed to foster trust, transparency, and control on every side of the transaction. Whether bidding or consigning, users interact with a platform built to engage and inspire confidence. 


From detailed activity logs to built-in tools for bidder qualification and communication, AuctionMethod is more than just auction software - it’s your professional partner in building strong relationships, reducing friction, and creating a secure, branded experience that earns loyalty from bidders and consignors alike. 
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Trust and Confidence is Built-In 

An auction environment that fosters credibility, transparency, and bidder confidence. 

  • Universal Login: One account gives users access to all auctions on your platform
  • Credit Card Validation: Optional test charges help verify real bidders
  • Bidder Whitelisting: Approve participants for private or sensitive auctions
  • Secure Transactions: Payments are encrypted and processed through your own gateway
  • Fraud Controls: Prevent fake bids with credit card checks and email verification
  • Custom Terms & Conditions: Define bidding rules, payment timelines, and pickup policies
  • Anonymized Bidding Auction IDs: Encourage participation by hiding bidder identities in sensitive markets
  • Branded Experience: Showcase your logo, colors, and brand voice sitewide
  • Static Pages: Add custom pages like How to Bid or About the Auctioneer 

Create Competitive, High-Engagement Auctions  

Give bidders the tools and urgency they need to stay active and drive prices higher.

  • Watch Lists: Bidders can save and track favorite lots easily
  • Search and Filter: Browse catalog items and past sales/results
  • Quick & Proxy Bidding: Support competitive bidding strategies
  • Configurable Bid Increments: Adjust minimum bid steps to suit item value
  • Buy Now Option: Let users purchase immediately, before bids are received
  • Dynamic Closing View: Spotlight items about to close to create urgency
  • Real-Time Performance: Optimized for high-traffic bidding surges
  • Username Customization: Let bidders create memorable display names
  • Shipping & Sign-Off: Charge shipping fees and require signatures for delivery 
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Keep Bidders Informed and in Control  

Empower users with full visibility, real-time updates, and a frictionless post-sale experience. 

  • Bidder Dashboard: Access history, invoices, current and past bids
  • Quick Invoicing: Auto-generate and email invoices after auction close
  • Public Past Auctions: Build trust and engagement with transparent auction history
  • Streamlined UX: Simple, modern interface encourages return visits
  • Real-Time Alerts: Send outbid notices, auction reminders, and payment confirmations
  • Email & SMS Notifications: Choose how updates are delivered
  • Marketing Integrations: Connect with Mailchimp or Constant Contact
  • Subscription Management: Let users opt into marketing updates directly 

Deliver a Beautiful Experience on Any Device

A responsive, media-rich platform that performs flawlessly from desktop to mobile.

  • Responsive Design: Works across phones, tablets, and desktops
  • Mobile App (Beta): Optional branded bidder app with push notifications
  • Fast-Loading Pages: Built for quick bids and real-time updates
  • Unlimited Photos & Videos: Show off every angle with high-res images and YouTube embeds
  • Custom Descriptions: Add rich details and documents to each listing 
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Your Auctions, Your Way. Starting Today.

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Auctioneers and Bidders Love AuctionMethod  

Winning words from our users. 
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"AuctionMethod's online platform provides a user-friendly interface which means bidders have a smooth and intuitive online bidding experience."
Jotham K.
Marketing Manager
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"I think Auction Method has a good product. I don't want my bidding platform to look like every other auction company. I get compliments on how it looks and how easy it is for my customers to understand and use. "
Patti B.
Owner, Costumer services
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"AuctionMethod has excellent support and our customers like the software"
Rose T.
Owner

Real Auctions, Real Results

What our users achieve annually powered by our platform.
7.2
M+

Lots Listed

2.1
M+

Invoices Processed

46574

Auction Events Run

1.2
M+

Bidders Engaged

100
%

Platform Uptime 

*Actual numbers from 2024-2025
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Tools and features that power confident participation in every bidding auction.  

AuctionMethod is for Every Auction Business 

It’s faster and easier to sell anything with our auction software. 
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