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How to buy an auction item at the Buy-it-now price

Skip bidding and purchase your favorite auction item instantly. Buying an item at the Buy-it-now price means you don't have to bid or wait for the auction to close. Once your purchase is complete, the item is yours and bidding on it ends immediately.

Written by Johalys Marte

Once your purchase is complete, the item is yours and bidding on it ends immediately.

  1. Head to the auction item you'd like to purchase. If the item has a Buy it now price, you'll see a Buy it now button with the price listed below the bidding options.

2. Click the Buy it now button. You'll be taken to a checkout page confirming the item and its Buy it now price.

3. Under Payment information, choose your payment method. You can pay with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or a credit or debit card.

4. Click Buy now. Your payment is processed right away, and you'll see a confirmation page letting you know the item is yours. You're all set!

5. You'll receive an email receipt shortly with your payment details. This receipt is your confirmation of the purchase, so there's no separate winner email for Buy it now. Click Arrange to receive your items in the email to coordinate fulfillment with the organization.


Please Note: Buy it now purchases can be paid by card only, including Apple Pay and Google Pay. Bank (ACH) payments aren't available for Buy it now because they take 6 to 7 business days to clear. If you'd prefer to pay by bank account, you can still bid on the item the normal way.

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