How To Bid

How To Bid

Start Bidding in Just a Few Steps

Whether you’re bidding for the first time or you’re an experienced collector, follow these simple steps to participate in a bid3bid4 auction.

Step 1 — Register & Sign In

Create a free bid3bid4 account and sign in before participating in any auction.

  • Create your account
  • Verify your email address
  • Complete your delivery information

Step 2 — Understand the Auction Screen

Before placing your first bid, take a moment to familiarise yourself with the auction interface.

Auction Interface Guide


Quick Reference

1. Time Left
Displays the remaining time until the auction ends.

2. Bid End
Displays the auction end date and time.

3. Start Bid
The starting price of the auction.

4. Top Bid
Displays the current highest bid.

If “You” and the Top Bid amount are displayed in green, you are currently the highest bidder.

5. Reserve Price Status
Displays whether the reserve price has been met.

  • Reserve Price Met — The highest bid has reached or exceeded the reserve price.
  • Reserve Price Not Met — The highest bid has not yet reached the reserve price.

6. Bid Amount Input
Enter the amount you wish to bid.

7. Number of Bids
Displays the total number of bids placed for this auction.

8. Next Bid Price
Displays the minimum amount required for your next bid.

9. Hide Identity From Bidders
Select this option if you wish to hide your bidding identity from other bidders.

10. Place Bid
Click to submit your bid.

11. Bid Instructions
Click the ⓘ icon to view additional bidding information.

Step 3 — Place a Normal Bid

Enter an amount equal to or greater than the Next Bid Price, then click Place Bid.

The system will increase bids according to the fixed bid increment rules.

Step 4 — Place a Proxy Bid (Optional)

Instead of monitoring the auction continuously, you can place a Proxy Bid.

Enter your maximum bid amount and the system will automatically bid on your behalf whenever necessary.

Your maximum bid remains confidential and you will only pay the lowest amount required to remain the highest bidder.

Step 5 — Popcorn Bidding (Auto Extension)

The auction end time may be extended.

If a bid is placed during the final stage of the auction, the system will automatically extend the closing time. This helps prevent last-second sniping and gives all bidders a fair opportunity to continue bidding before the auction ends.

Step 6 — Win & Pay

If you are the winning bidder:

  • Complete payment within 48 hours.
  • Follow the payment instructions provided.
  • Your item will be prepared for shipment after payment is confirmed.

Tips

  • Normal Bid: The system will increase bids according to the fixed bid increment rules.
  • Proxy Bid: Enter your maximum bid amount. The system will automatically bid on your behalf up to your limit.