Mobile Bidding FAQs
What are the benefits of mobile bidding?
- Once bidding starts, you will be alerted on your mobile device when you have been outbid, so you can instantly respond with another bid.
- Bidding can occur at any location within the auction itself, whether you are in line for the bar, mingling with friends, or on the couch at home.
- All auction bidding will be tracked, displayed in real time throughout the evening.
- At the end of the evening, the check out process will run efficiently because your credit card information will have been entered into our system prior to the event.
How can I participate in mobile bidding?
- To participate in mobile bidding, pre-registration of your mobile device is recommended.
- Once you have purchased an auction ticket or sponsorship, you will receive a confirmation email with directions on how to register your mobile device.
What about attendees who don't own or don't wish to use mobile devices?
- Volunteers with iPads will be available on-site for those that don't own or don't wish to use a mobile devices.
- Volunteers will be available to assist with questions and bidding.
Will this work for both smartphones and standard mobile phones?
- Yes, you can bid with any mobile or web enabled device.
- With smartphones and tablets, you can browse, search and bid via a mobile- optimized version of our auction website.
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When registering your mobile device, you will be provided a custom URL for bidding purposes.
- With standard mobile phones, you can bid and receive alerts via text messaging.
