📌 Sticky Welcome to the AgoraForo Auction Forum!

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Hello AgoraForo Members,

Welcome to the Auction Forum, the heart of our dynamic marketplace where you can engage in exciting bidding wars and uncover exclusive deals. Whether you're looking to auction your own items or participate in auctions to find unique treasures, this is the place to be. Below, you'll find essential information on how our auction forum works, important rules to follow, tips for creating a successful auction topic, and details about our Feedback Central feature.

What is the Auction Forum?​

The Auction Forum is a bustling marketplace where both staff and members can post items for auction. This forum offers a thrilling environment for buying and selling unique digital goods through competitive bidding.

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Important Rules for Auctions​

To ensure a smooth and fair auction experience for everyone, please adhere to the following rules:

1. Accurate Descriptions: Provide a clear and honest description of the item you are auctioning, including any relevant details or conditions.
2. Currency Specification: Clearly state whether you are accepting real currency (e.g., USD, EUR) or AgoraForo's virtual currency for the auction.
3. Starting Bid and Increments: Clearly state the starting bid and minimum bid increments for your auction.
4. Auction Duration: Specify the duration of your auction, including the start and end dates and times.
5. Reserve Price: If applicable, state any reserve price that must be met for the item to be sold.
6. Bid Transparency: All bids must be posted publicly in the auction thread to ensure transparency.
7. Binding Bids: Bids are binding; only place a bid if you are committed to purchasing the item at that price.
8. Payment and Transfer: Clearly outline the accepted payment methods and the process for transferring the item to the winning bidder.
9. Prohibited Items: Do not auction items that violate any copyright laws, or AgoraForo’s terms of service, including pirated software or illegal goods.

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How Auctions Work​

• Starting an Auction: Create a new topic in the Auction Forum with a descriptive title and detailed information about the item.
• Bidding: Members place bids by replying to the auction thread, with each bid exceeding the previous one by at least the specified increment.
• Winning: The highest bid at the end of the auction period wins the item. The seller and winning bidder then arrange payment and transfer.

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Creating a Successful Auction Topic​

To create an effective and engaging auction topic, consider the following tips:

• Title: Use a clear and enticing title (e.g., "Premium XenForo License Auction - Starting at $50").
• Description: Provide a detailed and honest description of the item, including its condition, features, and any relevant details.
• Images: Include high-quality images or screenshots of the item to attract more bidders.
• Starting Bid and Increments: Clearly state the starting bid and minimum bid increments.
• Auction Duration: Specify the exact start and end times for the auction.
• Payment and Transfer Terms: Outline the accepted payment methods and the process for transferring the item to the winner.
• Reserve Price: If there is a reserve price, mention it clearly in the topic.

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Feedback Central Feature​

Our Feedback Central feature, plays a crucial role in ensuring a trustworthy and reliable auction environment. Here’s what you need to know:

• Leave Feedback: After completing a transaction, leave feedback for the other party. You can provide positive, neutral, or negative feedback based on your experience.
• Deal Threads: Link feedback directly to the auction thread to maintain transparency.
• User Ratings: View the trade ratings of members in their profiles, threads, and visitor panels.
• Top Rated and Untrusted Traders: Easily identify top-rated traders and those with a history of negative feedback in the dedicated feedback section.

How to Use Feedback Central:​

1. Leave Feedback: Visit the member’s profile or the feedback section after completing a transaction to leave your feedback.
2. View Feedback: Check a member’s feedback history before participating in their auction to ensure their credibility.
3. Resolve Issues: Use the feedback system to communicate and resolve any issues that may arise during a transaction.

By following these guidelines and utilizing our feedback system, we can maintain a safe, fair, and vibrant auction marketplace for everyone.

Thank you for being a part of AgoraForo! If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the admin team.

Happy Bidding!

Best Regards,
AgoraForo Team