Online Auctions

Reviews the features and frequently asked questions about online auctions.

Is a credit card required to make an online bid?
1.  Yes, the bidder must have a credit card on file in their portal account in order to place a bid. 2.  Bidders who have a portal account, but do not h...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 2:28 PM
How can I make sure the portal account matches a constituent record already on file?
The donor portal login must match the first name, last name, and primary email address for the constituent in order to link to an existing constituent recor...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 4:32 PM
Is guest check-in required to participate in the online auction?
No, guest check-in on the Event Attendance grid is not required or linked to participation the online auction. The only link is the ability to pre-assign Bi...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 4:45 PM
Does checking in a guest automatically sign them up for the auction?
No, guest check-in does not automatically sign them up for the auction.  If they have a bidder ID, email address, and credit card on file, or they have ...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 4:48 PM
Can multiple guests have the same credit card or Bidder ID number?
Yes, multiple guests can share the same credit card number. No, multiple constituents cannot share the same Bidder ID number. If you wish spouses to shar...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 5:08 PM
Do bidding links get sent out automatically?
No. The URL, QR code, or text code need to be shared with bidders in order to register and bid. You can include this information in the Event Auto remin...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 5:17 PM
Are cell numbers and emails required for bidding?
Only email is required for creating an account, however if the bidder would like to opt in or out of cell phone notifications while placing bids for an auct...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 5:17 PM
How do I turn off bidding for an online auction?
1.  For online bidding, the specific ending bid time is set on the auction page editor. 2.  Click on the Auction Settings tab and enter the time and dat...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 5:19 PM
How do I place an online bid for a guest?
Occasionally, you may need to place an online bid on a guest's behalf if they don't want to sign up for the online auction or they are having tro...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 5:26 PM
Is Max Bid an option?
1.  Yes, but only by the bidder when they are logged into their account. 2.  The bidder can choose to include a max bid and the system will continue to ...
Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 5:43 PM