How to Get Your Browser to AutoUpdate an eBay Auction

Using a timer is more efficient than refreshing the page.

EBay already has automatic updates, but you must click on each auction individually to see the timer. My eBay lets you view all of the auctions you're bidding on at once, but the time remaining won't update unless you refresh the page. EBay countdown is a method of keeping track of auctions in real time. It sits within the browser, with a timer ticking down next to each auction on your watchlist.

Instructions

1. Go to Countdown.ebay.com and click "Create Bookmark."

2. Click "Add," to save the link to your Favorites.

3. Click "Login Now," then sign in with your eBay ID and password.

4. Click "Add Desktop Shortcut" or "Add Windows Startup Shortcut" if you'd like to access the timer outside of the browser.

5. Click "Start Countdown." The timer opens automatically in a separate window.

References

• eBay; eBay Countdown Now Available; Jeff Loui; November 2007
• eBay: What is eBay Countdwown?
• eBay: How Do I Return to eBay Countdown?
• eBay: Managing Items You're Bidding On

Resources

• eBay: Start Countdown
• Carnegie Mellon; Last-Minute Bidding and the Rules; Alvin E. roth, et. al
• TimeLeft: eBay Countdown
• eBay Help: Becoming a Better Buyer