How it works
Bidding made simple
From browsing the catalogue to collecting your winnings — here’s everything you need to bid with confidence.
Simple & secure
Bidding in four easy steps
From browsing the catalogue to collecting your winnings — bidding with Auctionyx takes minutes.
Browse the catalogue
Explore live and upcoming sales across every department, with full condition reports and estimates.
Register free
Create your bidder account in under a minute. No fees to register or to watch your favourite lots.
Place your bid
Bid live or set a maximum and let proxy bidding compete for you automatically up to your limit.
Win & collect
Win at the hammer and we’ll guide you through secure payment, insurance and worldwide delivery.
Bid smarter
Proxy bidding, explained
Can’t watch the clock? Set your maximum bid and let Auctionyx bid on your behalf. We only ever bid the minimum needed to keep you in front — up to, but never beyond, your limit.
If another bidder sets a higher maximum, you’ll be notified instantly so you can decide whether to raise it. Combined with anti-sniping time extensions, it keeps every sale fair right to the final second.
1 · Set your maximum
Enter the most you’re willing to pay. It stays private — no one sees your limit.
2 · We bid for you
Auctionyx automatically counters rivals by the smallest increment to keep you leading.
3 · Win at the best price
You win at one increment above the next-highest bid — often below your maximum.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does it cost anything to register or bid?
No. Registering, browsing and watching lots is completely free. You only pay if you win a lot, plus the buyer’s premium shown on each sale.
What is a buyer’s premium?
It’s a percentage added to the hammer price, shown clearly on every sale before you bid. It covers cataloguing, authentication and running the auction.
What happens if I’m outbid?
You’ll be notified immediately. If you set a maximum bid, our proxy system keeps bidding for you automatically until your limit is reached — then it’s up to you whether to raise it.
What does “reserve not met” mean?
Some lots carry a confidential minimum price (the reserve). If bidding closes below it, the lot goes unsold and no sale takes place — you’re never charged.
How do I pay and collect a lot I’ve won?
After the sale you’ll receive an invoice with secure payment options. We then arrange fully insured worldwide delivery or local collection — your choice.
Never miss a sale
Get auction previews, lot alerts and results delivered to your inbox. Register free to start bidding today.