BidFTA How-To Guides

For all the tips and tricks to good deals at Bidfta.com

You're Already Telling Your Friends About BidFTA, Why Not Get Paid: How Our Refer a Friend Program Works

If you love scoring incredible deals on BidFTA, imagine getting paid to share that excitement with your friends. With our Refer a Friend program, it’s never been easier to earn free bidder credit while introducing new shoppers to the thrill of online auctions. Whether you’re a seasoned bidder or signing in for the first time in a while, here’s everything you need to know about how the program works and how you can start earning today.

Deck the Halls: Holiday Decorating Made Easy and Affordable

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and, of course, decorating! Nothing sets the mood for the holidays like a beautifully decorated home, filled with festive cheer. But creating that perfect holiday look doesn't have to be overwhelming or expensive.

Holiday Gift Guide: Find the Perfect Present for Everyone on Your List

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joy (and sometimes the challenge) of finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Whether you’re shopping for family, friends, coworkers, or acquaintances, we’ve got you covered! With over 150,000 items available each week, our online auction offers a treasure trove of unique gifts at unbeatable prices.

Holiday Hosting Help: Tips to Make Your Holiday Gathering Stress-Free

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy of gathering friends and family together for celebrations. However, hosting can often bring its own set of challenges — from planning the perfect menu to finding the right decor. But don’t worry! Hosting doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This guide offers practical tips to make your holiday hosting easier, more enjoyable, and cost-effective.

How to: Understand Our Product Conditions

We are excited to share our updated item conditions to help you make more informed shopping decisions with us. Our commitment to transparency is paramount, and this updated item classification system is designed to clearly understand the condition of each item you're interested in. Here's a breakdown of our updated conditions:

How To: How We Source Our Inventory, and What to Expect When You Bid

At BidFTA Online Auctions, we understand that one of the biggest questions our customers have is: "Where does all this inventory come from?" Whether you're a seasoned bidder or just browsing for the first time, it's helpful to know what you're actually buying, where it came from, and why it's available at such unbeatable prices. Let’s break it down!

How-To: Understand BidFTA Online Auctions

At BidFTA, we’ve helped thousands of savvy shoppers completely rethink how they buy big-ticket items—from household essentials to high-end furniture. The secret? Online auctions on returned, liquidated, and overstock goods—all from trusted brands you already know and love.

How-To: Navigate our Pallet Lot Detail Page

The Pallet Lot Detail page just got a major upgrade. This new feature provides a comprehensive overview of the items on each pallet lot to further transparency into what is available for bidding. Please note that while we do our best to make sure everything is correct, Items may vary from the photo, and boxes may not represent the contents inside.

How-To: Shop Sustainably

As the US e-commerce industry grows, so does the volume of returned consumer goods, leading to overproduction and inventory liquidation. In 2021, Coresight Research calculated that, on average, 21% of all purchased e-commerce items are returned, contributing to a staggering 5.8 billion pounds of landfill waste annually. With the increasing awareness of environmental issues, there has been a significant push to adopt more sustainable shopping practices. One effective solution to this growing problem is reverse logistics.

How-To: Navigate the BidFTA Pickup Helper

We're making your time picking up items so much easier. Watch this video breakdown to help you understand our new item location and checkout process for step-by-step instructions on how to navigate this new, easier, process.

How-to: Find your items during pickup

If this is your first time at BidFTA, we understand it may appear to be difficult to navigate the pickup process. We’re here to help and walk you through the process. Follow the steps below to locate your items and check out.

How-to: Get Started with BidFTA Online Auctions

Welcome to the exciting world of BidFTA Online Auctions, where the thrill of finding amazing deals meets the convenience of shopping from your home. If you're new to online auctions or BidFTA, this guide will walk you through the essentials to get you started on your bidding journey.

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How-To: Use Bidding Best Practices

Whether you’re a new bidder or one who has been with us for ages, you’re sure to find something new to help you become a BidFTA.com pro bidder! As employees of BidFTA.com, we’ve compiled a list of top 10 tips and tricks to help you snag the best deals and save big.

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