<p>Auctions for WooCommerce is professional auction plugin that extends your WooCommerce store with a new custom product type: auction – you can have normal, reverse, silent, or proxy auctions. Auctions can be used in conjunction with the Product Vendors plugin to create an eBay-style website where users can auction off their own items.</p>
<p>Auctions for WooCommerce is customizable via templates and Elementor, and supports hooks, shortcodes, widgets, notifications, translations, and WPML. It also includes auction-specific features like anti-sniping, variable bid increments, live ajax bid refreshing, and live bid browser notifications, different types of sorting. Auctions for WooCommerce is a fast, secure, efficient auction plugin that is optimized for high traffic and can handle hundreds of concurrent bidders.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter wp-image-5571456 size-full" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/auctions_for_woo_auction_list.png" alt="auctions for woocommerce list of auctions" width="750" height="642" /></p>
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<h2>Auctions for WooCommerce Features</h2>
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<li>Completely integrated with WooCommerce, HPOS support, <a href="https://wpinstitut.com/woocommerce-rest-api-tutorial">WooCommerce REST API support – tutorial</a></li>
<li>Supports auction types: normal, reverse, silent, and proxy.</li>
<li>Seated auctions (bidders can purchase seat in order to participate in auction).</li>
<li>Auto charge for won auctions (if user has stored card number – works only with Stripe payment gateway).</li>
<li>Allow bidding only for users that have stored card (works only with Stripe payment gateway).</li>
<li>Lets you specify the starting bid, bid increments, the reserve price, the “buy it now” price,  auction start and end times, and the item condition.</li>
<li>An anti-sniping (soft close) feature extends an auction’s duration for a predetermined number of seconds if a last-minute bid is placed.</li>
<li>Variable Bid Increment (example $10 for current bid $50, $15 for current bid $100) or by percentage of current bid</li>
<li>Elementor support (from version 2.0) – tutorial <a href="https://wpinstitut.com/auctions-for-woocommerce-elementor-support" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> – works with any visual builder with <strong>Shortcode that displays every part of the template</strong></li>
<li>Bidders can add auctions to a watchlist and see all auctions they’re participating on a My Auctions page.</li>
<li>Option to display auctions alongside regular products or on auction-only page, and whether to show completed and upcoming auctions.</li>
<li>Includes widgets for ending soon, future, recent / latest, featured, recently viewed auctions, My Auctions, random auctions, auction search, and My Auction watchlist.</li>
<li>Sends automated email notifications — with editable email templates — when a customer is outbid, an auction is ending soon, a customer wins an auction, and many more.</li>
<li>Displays browser notifications when a bid is placed, a new auction is starting, and an auction closes.</li>
<li>Includes badges for auction products and for winning an auction (shown to winning bidder only).</li>
<li>Gives each customer a “My Auctions” page with a list of auctions in which user has placed a bid (both active and won auctions).</li>
<li>Lets customers sort by current bid, date, buy now price, activity, ending date, start date, or auction activity.</li>
<li>Includes ajax live current bid and auction history updating.</li>
<li>Lets you choose from a compact or extended countdown format.</li>
<li>Shortcodes for [auctions_watchlist], [my_auctions_activity], [ending_soon_auctions], [recent_auctions], [featured_auctions], [auctions ids=”1,2,3,4,5″], [auctions_for_woocommerce_my_auctions], [future_auctions], [past_auctions], [all_user_auctions] – see <a href="https://wpinstitut.com/auctions-for-woocommerce-documentation">plugin documentation</a> for details, scroll to List of Shortcodes</li>
<li>Shortcode to display parts of the template – you can use any visual builder that supports shortcodes to design your auction templates – [auctions_templates template=”add-to-cart|pay|bid-form|dates|condition|countdown|max-bid|reserve|auction-sealed|ajax-conteiner-start|ajax-conteiner-end|auctions_seated_progressbar_template”]</li>
<li>Adds administrator features to wp-admin, including:
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<li>Filter auctions in the WooCommerce product list by status (active, finished, failed).</li>
<li>Icons to describe different auction statuses: active, finished, finished and paid, failed.</li>
<li>Ability to create an auction from any type of WooCommerce product – simple, virtual or downloadable.</li>
<li>Ability to manually delete any bid, and to manually or automatically re-list auctions.</li>
</ul>
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<li>WPML compatible (note: does not support multiple currencies).</li>
</ul>
<p>Please check screenshots below taken from actual Auctions for WooCommerce demo website:</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-4276401 size-large" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/auctions_list.png?w=650" alt="" width="650" height="1154" /></p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-4276399 size-large" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/auctions_for_woocommerce_livebidnotifications.png?w=650" alt="" width="650" height="438" /></p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-5571449 size-large" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/auctions_for_woo_auction_options.png?w=650" alt="" width="650" height="930" /></p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-5571451 size-full" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/auctions_for_woo_auctiondata.png" alt="" width="750" height="555" /></p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-5571452 size-full" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/auctions_for_woo_ending_soon_reminder.png" alt="" width="850" height="684" /></p>
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<p>Take a look at the complete <a href="https://wpinstitut.com/auctions-for-woocommerce-documentation/">documentation</a> to learn more about all these features and how to use them.</p>

Auctions

<p>A professional Auction solution for your WooCommerce – Build a premier auction website dedicated to timeless antiques, rare memorabilia, collectibles or iconic classic automobiles. </p>

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<li>Sell <strong>Simple</strong> and <strong>Variable</strong> gift certificates.</li>
<li>Create <strong>expiring</strong> codes.</li>
<li>Let customers choose a custom <strong>delivery date</strong>.</li>
<li>Send to <strong>multiple recipients</strong>.</li>
<li>Search and edit issued gift certificates by code, sender, or recipient.</li>
<li>Log and search transactions store-wide — by code, or by customer.</li>
<li>Generate <strong>issued, used and expired</strong> amount reports.</li>
<li>Import and export gift card codes.</li>
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<h2>E-gift cards, done beautifully</h2>
<p>There’s a reason why the most successful online stores are offering <strong>digital gift cards</strong>: E-gift cards increase customer loyalty, drive more revenue, and introduce new customers to your store. Customers love them, too: Giving and receiving digital gift cards is convenient, and paying with them is fast and secure.</p>
<p>Meet <strong>Gift Cards</strong> — the most intuitive, lean way to sell and accept pre-paid, multi-purpose e-gift vouchers on your WooCommerce store. Not offering gift cards yet? Now is the best time to start!</p>
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<figure id="attachment_7819559" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7819559" style="width: 980px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-7819559" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gc-single-product-1.7b.png" alt="Customers love giving and receiving gift vouchers." width="980" height="1020" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7819559" class="wp-caption-text">Customers love giving and receiving gift cards!</figcaption></figure>
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<h3>Delightful at every step</h3>
<p>With <strong>Gift Cards</strong>, placing orders is almost instant: instead of using their credit card, returning customers can pay with funds from gift cards stored in their accounts.</p>
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<figure id="attachment_7820189" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7820189" style="width: 980px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-7820189" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gc-checkout-gateways-vs-gcs-1.7.png" alt="Probably the fastest, most secure way to pay." width="980" height="1373" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7820189" class="wp-caption-text">Probably the fastest, most secure way to pay.</figcaption></figure>
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<p>This extension makes it simple for existing customers to:</p>
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<li>add gift certificates to their account for later use; and</li>
<li>check their total balance.</li>
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<p>It’s a win-win deal: Your customers enjoy the convenience and security of a digital wallet that’s integrated with your store, while you reap the benefits of increased loyalty and retention. To keep things simple for new customers, the extension preserves the ability to apply gift card codes right before placing an order — just like coupons.</p>
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<figure id="attachment_5572568" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-5572568" style="width: 980px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-5572568" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gc-account.png" alt="From checkout to account management, every feature has been designed to make your customers feel right at home." width="980" height="966" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-5572568" class="wp-caption-text">From checkout to account management, every feature has been designed to make your customers feel right at home.</figcaption></figure>
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<h3>Suitable for every occasion</h3>
<p>Make it easier for those looking for a convenient, personalized gift to shop from you! Give your most loyal customers another reason to return, and let them introduce new customers to your store.</p>
<p>This extension includes the features that your customers value the most. With <strong>Gift Cards</strong>, they can:</p>
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<li>Choose a delivery date in the future.</li>
<li>Send a personal message to the recipient.</li>
<li>Add multiple recipients.</li>
<li>Choose a gift card variation to suit the occasion.</li>
</ul>
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<figure id="attachment_7820212" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7820212" style="width: 980px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-7820212" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gc-email-shaded-1.7.png" alt="Gift vouchers encourage customers to spend more than they might otherwise." width="980" height="1545" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7820212" class="wp-caption-text">Did you know that digital gift vouchers encourage customers to spend more than they might otherwise?</figcaption></figure>
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<h3>Just as good under the hood</h3>
<p>The Gift Cards extension comes with management and reporting features that let you keep track of every issued code:</p>
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<li>Search, view and edit gift certificates by sender, or recipient.</li>
<li>Drill down into detailed transaction logs.</li>
<li>Generate balance reports for <strong>issued, purchased, and expired</strong> codes.</li>
</ul>
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<figure id="attachment_8405530" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-8405530" style="width: 980px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-8405530" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gc-analytics-used.png" alt="Drill down into detailed usage analytics, and generate issued and expired amount reports." width="980" height="479" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-8405530" class="wp-caption-text">Drill down into detailed usage analytics, and generate issued and expired amount reports.</figcaption></figure>
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<h3>Built by the book</h3>
<p>Pre-paid gift certificates are a form of payment, and shouldn’t be treated like coupons. Start with the extension that gets them right, and your accounting team will thank you!</p>
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<figure id="attachment_7819587" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-7819587" style="width: 980px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-7819587" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/gc-list-table-1.7.png" alt="Keep track of every issued code." width="980" height="649" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-7819587" class="wp-caption-text">Keep track of every issued code.</figcaption></figure>
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<p>Want to let customers enter a custom amount on purchase? The extension works flawlessly with <a href="https://woocommerce.com/products/name-your-price/">Name Your Price</a> — the most popular, robust WooCommerce extension for letting customers decide what to pay.</p>
<div class="woo-sc-box normal">The extension has been designed and optimized for selling <a href="https://woocommerce.com/document/gift-cards/store-owners-guide/#understanding-gift-cards">pre-paid, multi-purpose gift card codes</a> that customers can <strong>digitally</strong> redeem at your store. Looking for a way to sell <strong>physical</strong> vouchers for <strong>in-store redemption</strong>? Have a look at <a href="https://woocommerce.com/products/pdf-product-vouchers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">PDF Product Vouchers</a>.</div>

Gift Cards

<p>Offer prepaid digital gift cards that customers can redeem online.</p>

Auctions vs Gift Cards