My bid wasn’t accepted
What is this?
When a bid is refused, the bidding panel says why and takes you straight back to the bid controls.
How does it work?
- Another bid arrived first → the minimum went up while you were entering yours. The panel shows the new minimum bid.
- Above the largest single bid → RideAuction accepts bids up to CA$10,000,000. Check for an extra zero.
- Max Bid not higher → a new Max Bid must be above your current one.
- Lot not taking bids → it is in preview, paused or has closed.
- Too many bids in a few seconds → wait a moment and bid again.
What do I need to do?
- Choose Update bid in the message, check the amount, and place it again.
What happens next?
A refused bid is not placed, and other bidders never see it. Another bidder’s maximum and the reserve amount are never shown.
Last reviewed October 7, 2026
Related
- I can’t bidThe bidding panel always says why bidding is not possible right now.
- Place Bid, Max Bid or Jump The Bid?Three ways to bid: the next minimum now, a private maximum RideAuction bids up to for you, or your whole amount at once.
- Max BidBid automatically up to this amount. Your maximum stays private and RideAuction bids only as much as needed.
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