Host your own online silent auction, fast
Bid Beacon’s online auction platform works on your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Start your first auction in 5 minutes or less!
Increase auction participation
Move your fundraiser online
Import your guest list to send out the invitation, or use your custom link to invite guests through social media or your website
Bid on your favourite items from the comfort and security of your own mobile device
Reach more donors
Promote your sponsors by adding their logos & URL to your auction, shown as a linked banner
Create donation levels to encourage guests to add a monetary donation
Thank item donors with their name, logo & URL within the item setup
Raise more funds
Accept payment directly through the app using Stripe, Square, PayPal, or Stripe Connect.
Guests receive live notifications if they are outbid to encourage more bidding
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What our clients say
How it works
Start your auction
Start a free auction to try it out with your team, or go straight to the real thing! Add auction details, build in the items you're auctioning, payment integrations, sponsor and organizational details. If you get stuck, refer to our support pages or reach out to us.
Invite your guests
Import your guest list to the app, share on social media or to your website, and observe the action!
Get Paid
At the end of the auction, guests will be prompted to pay for their winnings. You can track payments, respond to guest messages, and facilitate distribution of items utilizing our robust analytics dashboard and exports.
Features
Sponsor Recognition
Linked logo placements and a description in the Auction Detail Page as well as banners throughout
Payment Integrations
Accept payment directly through the app using one of our three integrations: Stripe, Square or Paypal
Branding Capabilities
Custom Brand your auction with personalized details: Logos, Banner Image, Description and Links
Hosting an auction? Try Bid Beacon™ for free!
Zero Hidden Fees. No Subscriptions.
With Bid Beacon™, you’re always in control of your costs. Unsure of your needs? Start with our free package, or explore our options on our pricing page.
A few of our clients
About Bid Beacon™
Bid Beacon™ was created when a local charity came to us unsatisfied with their traditional silent auction participation at events. They were looking for a modern silent auction app.
The team at Launch57 created Bid Beacon™ and has since helped thousands of fundraisers raise millions of dollars through our easy to use, self-managed program.
Bid Beacon™ is owned and managed by the team at Launch57, a mobile software development company located in Canada. We are very hands on with the solutions we create and can’t wait to help you raise more at your next fundraiser.
Looking for auction item ideas to help attract more bids? We can help!
Latest resources
Building Community Through Online Silent Auctions
Silent auctions aren’t just a great way to raise funds for a cause – they’re also a fantastic tool for bringing people together and building a community!
How to Run an Online Silent Auction at a Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Online silent auctions go well with golf tournaments, thanks to their relaxed atmosphere and opportunity for sponsorship. Learn more about running these events.
Product Release: Version 6.5
What’s New? Get ready for Bid Beacon’s latest release which is packed with exciting new features and enhancements! From minor tweaks to the login screen
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