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How-to: Increase Your Auction Bid

Update your bid whenever you’re outbid.

RallyUp has made it simple for Auction bidders to stay in the game when they’re outbid, with the ability to increase bid amounts in just a few steps. You’ll receive an email notification with a link you can follow to update your bid.


How do I increase my Auction bid after being outbid?

  1. Open the outbid email and select BID AGAIN:
outbid email

This will take you directly to checkout with a new bid amount pre-selected for you (the pre-selected amount is the lowest amount you can bid to stay in the lead).

  1. If you want to change the bid amount, select Edit, enter the new bid amount, and select Save:
edit bid amount
  1. Select Update bids.
  2. Review the payment summary to make sure your information is correct, then select Submit bid.

What other ways can I update my bid?

  • You can also enable text messaging (SMS) alerts to receive a notification when you’ve been outbid on an item. You can tap the link in the text message and follow the steps above.
  • If you’re logged in to your RallyUp account, you can also make edits to your bid directly from the Auction Page. Select Edit bid on the item to increase the bid amount.
  • Only you can increase your bids. Auction organizers can’t do it for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know if I’ve been outbid on an Auction item?

You’ll receive an email notification when someone outbids you. The email includes a “BID AGAIN” button that takes you directly to checkout with a pre-selected bid amount that will put you back in the lead.

Can I change the pre-selected bid amount?

Yes, when you click “BID AGAIN” from the outbid email, you can select “Edit” to enter a different bid amount. The pre-selected amount is the minimum needed to lead, but you can bid higher if you choose.

Can I get text message alerts when I’m outbid?

Yes, you can enable SMS text messaging alerts to receive notifications when you’ve been outbid. The text message includes a link you can tap to quickly increase your bid.

Can the Auction organizer increase my bid for me?

No, only you can increase your own bids. Auction organizers cannot modify bid amounts on behalf of bidders, ensuring fair and transparent bidding.

Can I edit my bid without using the outbid email?

Yes, if you’re logged in to your RallyUp account, you can edit your bid directly from the Auction Page by selecting “Edit bid” on the item you want to update.

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