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How to Use the Point of Sale Listing Type for Your Auction

TL;DR

The Point of Sale listing type lets you sell fixed-price items without bidding. Set a price, publish the item, and buyers can purchase it instantly—ideal for raffles, tickets, merch, or donations.

Author: Tom Kelly 2 min reads

Why Use Point of Sale Listings

Not every item in your auction needs a bidding process. The Point of Sale option allows you to:

  • Sell items at a fixed price
  • Accept unlimited purchases from multiple buyers
  • Streamline checkout for tickets, merchandise, or donations
  • Boost your fundraising total with easy impulse buys

This feature is commonly used for raffles, t-shirts, drink tickets, sponsorships, and buy-ins.

Step 1: Log In to Your Dashboard

  1. Log in to your auction dashboard.
  2. Choose the event where you want to add a Point of Sale listing.
  3. Go to the Items tab.

Step 2: Create a New Item

  • Click Add Item.
  • Enter a title, description, and image for your listing.
  • Clearly describe what the buyer will receive upon purchase.

Step 3: Select “Point of Sale” Listing Type

  • In the Item Type or Listing Type dropdown, select Point of Sale.
  • This disables bidding and enables fixed-price purchasing.
  • The item will display a Buy Now or Purchase button.

Step 4: Set a Fixed Price

  • Enter the amount buyers will pay per unit.
  • If you have multiple units available (e.g., 100 raffle tickets), enter the available quantity.
  • Once sold out, the item will automatically close.

Step 5: Configure Quantity and Restrictions (Optional)

  • Allow buyers to purchase more than one unit.
  • Set a per-user purchase limit if needed.
  • Adjust inventory as needed throughout the auction.

Step 6: Publish the Item

  • Click Save or Publish.
  • Your Point of Sale item will appear on the auction page.
  • Bidders can purchase instantly without placing a bid.

Step 7: Track Sales in Real Time

  • View live sales totals in your dashboard.
  • Quantities automatically update with each purchase.
  • Items are marked Sold Out when inventory reaches zero.

Pro Tips for Using Point of Sale

  • Use Point of Sale listings for items where bidding isn’t necessary.
  • Add a clear description and image to boost conversions.
  • Limit quantities to create urgency.
  • Place Point of Sale items at the top of your catalog for easy visibility.
  • Consider using this feature alongside auctions for maximum impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Point of Sale listing?

Point of Sale listings are fixed-price items that can be purchased immediately without bidding.

When should I use Point of Sale instead of bidding?

Use Point of Sale for items with a set price like raffle tickets, merch, or sponsorships where bidding isn’t needed.

Can multiple people buy the same Point of Sale item?

Yes. You can set an inventory quantity, allowing multiple buyers to purchase the same listing.

Can I limit how many units someone can buy?

Yes. You can set a per-user purchase limit to control how many units each bidder can purchase.

Will Point of Sale items close automatically?

Yes. Once the set quantity is sold out, the item automatically closes and is marked Sold Out.

Can I use Point of Sale with other listing types?

Yes. You can mix Point of Sale items with bidding and Buy It Now items in the same auction.

Can I hide Point of Sale items before launch?

Yes. Like other items, you can save them as drafts or schedule their visibility to control launch timing.

Can I track Point of Sale sales separately?

Yes. All Point of Sale transactions appear in your reporting dashboard and can be exported for accounting.

Can buyers use credit cards for Point of Sale items?

Yes. Buyers can pay using the same payment methods you’ve enabled for the event.

Can I refund Point of Sale purchases?

Yes. You can issue full or partial refunds through the transaction record in your dashboard.

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Tom Kelly

Tom Kelly

Tom Kelly, TEDx speaker and CEO of CharityAuctions.com, helps nonprofits raise millions through auctions and AI. He hosts The Million Dollar Nonprofit podcast and inspires leaders to live their legacy, not just leave it.

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