How to Create an Auction
Install the App
Go to the Shopify App Store and search for "BidOnline Auction". Click the "Install" button and follow the instructions to add the app to your Shopify store.
Enable App Embeds
After installation, enable app embeds to display auction blocks on product pages. Follow these steps:
- Go to your Shopify admin panel.
- Navigate to Online Store > Themes > Customize.
- Open the App Embeds tab.
- Enable the BidOnline Auction app.
Open the App
Go to the Apps section in your Shopify admin panel and click on BidOnline Auction to open the app dashboard.
Create a New Auction
Navigate to the Auctions tab and click the Create Auction button in the upper right corner.
Configure Auction Details
Fill out the following fields on the Create Auction page:
- Start Date and End Date: Define the auction duration.
- Start Amount: Set the initial bid amount.
- Bid Increment: Define the minimum bid increment.
- Reserve Amount (Pro Plan): Set a minimum acceptable price.
- Buyout Amount (Pro Plan): Define an instant buyout price.
- Popcorn Bidding (Pro+ Plan): Enable extended bidding in the last 5 minutes.
Save the Auction
After configuring the auction details, click Save. You will be redirected to the auction list page where you can manage all active and completed auctions.
View Auction on Product Page
Click the Eye icon in the Actions column to view the auction on the product page. The auction block will display relevant auction information and bidding options.
Place Bids
Logged-in users can place bids on active auctions. Bid amounts will be updated in real-time for all users viewing the product page.