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Real-Time Features

Stay connected with live updates, instant notifications, and real-time market data throughout your auction experience.

How Real-Time Updates Work

FairClose uses WebSocket technology to deliver instant updates directly to your browser. No need to refresh - changes appear automatically as they happen.

1

Connect

Automatic connection when you open the site

2

Subscribe

Watch items or auctions you're interested in

3

Receive

Get instant updates as events occur

Real-Time Features

Live Bid Updates

See bid updates instantly without refreshing the page

  • Bids appear in real-time on listing pages
  • Live bid counter shows current activity
  • Instant notification when you're outbid
  • Price updates across all open tabs
Watchlist Alerts

Get notified when items on your watchlist have activity

  • New bids on watched items
  • Price drops on Buy It Now items
  • Auctions ending soon reminders
  • Item relisted notifications
QBC Phase Updates

Real-time updates during Qualified Bidders Close phase

  • Phase transition notifications
  • Final bidding countdown
  • Extension alerts when bids placed
  • Winner announcement
Price Tracking

Track price changes and market trends

  • Historical price charts
  • Similar item comparisons
  • Price drop alerts
  • Market trend indicators
Push Notifications

Enable push notifications to receive alerts even when you're not on the site. Perfect for staying on top of ending auctions and outbid alerts.

To enable: Go to your Notification Settings and allow browser notifications when prompted.

Connection Status

Look for the live indicator (usually a green dot) in the header or listing pages. This shows your real-time connection is active. If you see a disconnected state, try refreshing the page to reconnect.