How to Use Proxy Bidding on eBay

Having trouble going back and forth bidding on an item from eBay? eBay proxy bidding is a simple and easy way to eliminate this problem. With proxy bidding, eBay will bid for you in increments, up to a maximum price selected by you. Follow these steps to use proxy bidding on eBay:

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Internet access
• Computer

1. Log on to your computer. Visit eBay.com and sign in using your username and password.

2. Sign in on the home page. If you are not registered with eBay you will need to do so before continuing.

3. Find the item you are looking for in the search pages. You may pick a relative category and look that way, or more directly, by typing in what you are looking for in the search box.

4. Click “Place Bid” icon on the item's description page. You may need to scroll down the screen in order to find the bidding box.

5. Bid the maximum amount you are willing to pay. Bidding price will automatically go up to meet a reserve set by the seller, or to stay above potential buyer bids up to your maximum bid.

6. Press “Enter” to secure your proxy bidding.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to check the status of your bid to see if it has been bested.
• Look at the rating number and sales history of the seller to ensure credibility.