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How to Bid at WhiskyTrade

New to whisky auctions? Our comprehensive guide will take you through every step of the bidding process, from registration to receiving your winning bottles.

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Six Simple Steps to Start Bidding

Follow this step-by-step guide to participate in your first WhiskyTrade auction

Step 1
Create Your Account
Sign up for a free WhiskyTrade account using your email address. Verify your email to activate your account.
  • Quick registration process
  • Email verification required
  • Secure account protection
Step 2
Pay Join Fee
Pay the one-time join fee to unlock bidding capabilities. This helps maintain the quality of our community.
  • One-time payment of $50 AUD
  • Secure payment via Stripe
  • Lifetime bidding access
Step 3
Browse Auctions
Explore current and upcoming auctions. Review detailed descriptions, high-resolution images, and expert notes.
  • Detailed product information
  • Professional photography
  • Expert tasting notes and provenance
Step 4
Place Your Bids
Bid on items that interest you. You can place maximum bids and our system will automatically bid up to your limit.
  • Real-time bidding system
  • Automatic bid increments
  • Maximum bid protection
Step 5
Get Notifications
Stay informed with email notifications about outbids, auction endings, and results.
  • Outbid notifications
  • Auction ending reminders
  • Win/loss confirmations
Step 6
Secure Delivery
If you win, complete payment and receive your whisky via our secure, insured delivery service.
  • Multiple payment options
  • Fully insured shipping
  • Professional packaging

Expert Bidding Tips

Maximize your success with advice from our auction specialists

Research Before You Bid
Review market values, tasting notes, and recent sale prices for similar bottles.
Set a Maximum Budget
Decide your maximum bid amount before the auction starts to avoid emotional overspending.
Watch the Clock
Auctions have automatic extensions if bids are placed in the final minutes.
Check Condition Reports
Always review detailed condition reports and photos before bidding.

Fees & Charges

Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. All charges are clearly outlined before you bid.

Join Fee
$50 AUD

One-time fee for lifetime bidding access

Upon registration
Buyer's Premium
15%

Added to winning bids (inc. GST where applicable)

On successful purchases
Shipping
From $25 AUD

Varies by location and insurance value

On delivery
Upcoming Auction Dates
All times shown in AEST (Melbourne/Sydney Time)

Important Information

Age Verification: You must be 18+ to participate in whisky auctions. Valid ID verification is required before bidding.
Payment Terms: Winning bidders have 7 days to complete payment. Multiple secure payment options available.
Shipping: We ship Australia-wide with full insurance. International shipping available to select countries.
Authenticity: Every bottle is authenticated by our expert team. We provide a certificate of authenticity with each purchase.

Ready to Start Your Whisky Collection?

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