Registering

How do I register?

To register click on the "register" link found on both the header and footer navigation sections

I'm under 18 and can't signup?

In accordance with standard law under 18's cannot participate in auctions as they legal binding contracts

Selling

How can I list an item?

You must first be a registered member. Once you have registered simply login to your account and click on the "Sell" link. The first thing to do is select a general category for your item, note that you can choose a more specific category further into the listing process. You can then enter in your chosen settings and item description

How can I keep track of items I'm selling?

You can keep an eye on everything you are selling by visiting your members area and selecting the "selling" page.

Can I use HTML when listing an item?

Yes you can, however we recomend you use basic tags as complex HTML descriptions may not display correctly.

How to Bid

How can I place a bid?

To place a bid on an item you must first login to your account. Once logged in a bidding box will be displayed at bottom of all auction pages. You can use this box to place you chosen bid.

How can I keep track of items I'm bidding on?

You can keep an eye on everything you are bidding on by visiting your members area and selecting the "bidding" page.

How do I know if I am outbid on an item?

Our auction system will automatically notify you via email if you are outbid. So please make sure you have a valid email address on file.

How do I Unsubscribe from WightAuction?

All you do is send an email to the admin via the contact form, telling us who you are, we will then email your account for confirmation and have you removed from our system. Please give us upto 72 hours for complete removal.

What is the £10 Credit for?

When you register on our site, as a helping hand to start your selling without it costing you anything we automatically add £10 credit to your account. This credit can be used for listing enhancements. This credit cannot be withdrawn from the site and is only valid on Wight Auction.

Can I advertise on your site?

Yes, we have a banner placement on the main page of the site. You can get more details and prices from our Ad Center, the prices are in dollars but paypal will convert it at the going exchange rate.

Help Someone has bought from me and is NOT Paying.

If you are getting NO joy, then login to your members area, and BAN this person from bidding on your auctions, then contact the admin with the details of the person and the auction number that they bidded on, we will then pass this on to our listing department who will take action accordingly.