How it works
Bidding made simple — and secure.
The North Star Academy auction is built for the night-of. Here's everything you need to know before the gavel falls.
Step 1
Create an account
Sign up with your email and verify it. We use your name on the bidder leaderboard and to send you bid receipts.
Step 2
Save a card on file
We tokenize your card with Stripe — we never see or store the number. You won't be charged until you actually win an item.
Step 3
Bid live or set a max
Place a bid anytime, or enter a max-bid and we'll auto-counter for you up to your limit. Watch other bids update in real time.
Step 4
Win, settle, and pickup
When the auction closes, winning bids are charged to your card and you'll get a receipt. Items are available for pickup at the end of the event.
Will I be charged if I'm outbid?
No. We only authorize, then capture, the winning bid. Losing authorizations are released automatically.
Is there a buyer's premium?
No. The price you bid is the price you pay. 100% of proceeds support NSA students.
What if I lose connection?
Set a max-bid. Our proxy bidder will keep bidding for you, up to your limit, even if you lose signal.