Notifications & Alerts

Stay informed with customizable notifications for bids, watchlist activity, QBC phases, and more.

Notification Channels

In-App Notifications

Appear in the notification center when you're on the site

Always enabled for logged-in users

Push Notifications

Desktop or mobile alerts even when not on the site

Requires browser permission

Email Notifications

Detailed updates sent to your email address

Configurable per notification type

Notification Types

QBC Alerts

Notifications about Qualified Bidders Close phase transitions

When an auction enters QBC final phase
When you qualify as a bidder
Extension alerts during final bidding
Winner announcements

Outbid Alerts

Instant alerts when someone outbids you

Real-time outbid notifications
Current bid amount updates
Time remaining reminders
Suggested bid amounts

Watchlist Updates

Activity on items you're watching

New bids on watched items
Price drops
Ending soon reminders
Item status changes

Seller Notifications

Updates about your listings and sales

New bids on your items
Questions from buyers
Sale completions
Payment received

Configure Your Notifications

Customize which notifications you receive and how you receive them. Choose from in-app, push, and email options for each notification type.

Buyer Settings

Outbid alerts, watchlist updates, winning notifications

Seller Settings

New bids, sales, questions, payout notifications

Sound Notifications

Enable sound alerts for critical notifications like outbid alerts during the final minutes of an auction. Sound preferences can be configured in your notification settings.

Pro Tips

• Enable push notifications for time-sensitive QBC alerts
• Use email notifications as a backup for important events
• Configure "Do Not Disturb" hours to pause non-critical alerts
• Check notification preferences regularly as new features are added