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Can you do auctions on Shopify?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 2:59 am

An auction is a popular way to sell products on Shopify. You can create an auction for any product or category on your store.

There are a few things to consider before setting up an auction on your store. First, you’ll need to decide how many bids to allow. This is usually decided by the item’s price and the average bid price.

Second, you’ll need to create your auction template. This will include information like the starting and ending prices, the number of bids allowed, and the format of the bids.

Once you’ve set up your auction, you’ll need to add products to it. You can do this by clicking on the “Add Product” link on the auction page, or by using the “Add Product from Shopify Shop” extension.

PRO TIP: Auctions are not currently a feature of Shopify, and there are no plans to add this feature in the future. If you are looking to host an auction, you will need to use a third-party service.

Once you’ve added the products, you’ll need to set the starting and ending prices for the auction. You can also set a minimum bid, which will require a bid from at least one buyer.

Once the auction is set up, you’ll need to start accepting bids. You can do this by clicking on the “Bid” link on the auction page, or by using the “Bid on Product” extension.

Once a bid has been placed, the auction will be closed and the winning bidder will be notified.

Overall, auctions are a popular way to sell products on Shopify. They’re easy to set up and use, and they can be a great way to increase your sales.

However, be careful when setting up your auction. Make sure you choose the right number of bids and prices, and make sure you notify the winners promptly.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.