> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.auctionplusapp.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.auctionplusapp.com/auctions/collection-bidding.md).

# Collection Bidding

Collection Bidding allows your customers to place bids directly from Shopify collection pages, without needing to navigate to individual product pages.

> **Note:** Collection Bidding is available on the **Grow plan and above**. Check your [plan details](https://admin.shopify.com/apps/auction-plus/plans) to confirm availability.

## Enabling Collection Bidding

1. Navigate to **Settings > Auctions**.
2. Toggle **Enable Collection Bidding** to on.

## Countdown Display Options

You can choose how the auction countdown is displayed on collection pages:

### Default Countdown

Shows the time remaining in a natural language format.

**Example:** 2 days left

### Three Column Countdown

Shows the days, hours, and minutes or seconds left in separate columns.

**Example:**

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## How It Works for Customers

1. A customer visits a collection page in your store.
2. Products with active auctions show a countdown timer and current bid.
3. The customer clicks the **bid button** on any item they are interested in.
4. They enter their bid amount and submit -- all without leaving the collection page.
5. For more details, they can click through to the individual product page.

## Related Pages

* [Creating an Auction](/auctions/creating-an-auction.md)
* [Auction Events](broken://pages/1QAwJm5tmpOyrrzjN6tX)
* [Auction Settings](/auctions/auction-listing-settings.md)