Catawiki Online Auctions - Bid on items

Discover Unique Auctions Anytime, Anywhere with the Catawiki App

Unveil a world of extraordinary items through Catawiki's expertly curated auctions. With over 600 auctions each week across 80+ categories, including luxury goods, classic cars, collectibles, art, and antiques, you can easily buy and sell exclusive items right from your device.

Key Features

Secure Transactions: Our secure payment system ensures safe transactions for both buyers and sellers.

Easy Browsing: Seamlessly browse auctions anytime, anywhere from your mobile device.

Convenient Selling: Effortlessly upload objects for sale and track your listings.

Favorites List: Bookmark items to keep track of your favorite auctions.

Auction Updates: Stay informed with real-time updates on your favorite auctions.

Curated Collections

Explore diverse categories featuring a wide array of unique items:

Classic Cars: Discover classic cars, parts, accessories, and automobilia.

Home Decor: Shop for rugs, lighting, antique furniture, and designer pieces.

Watches: Browse designer, vintage, and pocket watches.

Jewelry: Find antique and contemporary rings, bracelets, necklaces, and more.

Modern Art: Engage with paintings, sculptures, photography, and street art.

Stamps: Collect rare stamps from various sellers.

Fashion: Explore luxury brands like Chanel, Armani, and Gucci, along with emerging labels.

Video Games: Access consoles, accessories, and games from Xbox, Nintendo, Sega, and Sony.

Books: Shop literature, travel, art, science, and manuscripts.

Antiques: Browse an extensive range of finely crafted antiques.

Whisky: Find single malt scotch and rare Japanese whiskies.

Comics: Enjoy classic comics from Dutch, Italian, French, and U.S. origins.

Wine: Select exclusive Sauvignon Blancs, Chardonnays, Merlots, and Cabernet Sauvignons.

Expert Curation

Every day, sellers submit thousands of items. Our 240+ in-house experts review and select only the best for auction. Each object undergoes strict virtual assessment to maintain high quality standards. Over 1 million objects are rejected annually to ensure top-notch selections.

Expert Reviews: Experts provide non-binding value estimates and ensure the authenticity of each item.

Detailed Descriptions: Each object includes a thorough description to help buyers make informed decisions.

How It Works

For Buyers:

Browse and Bid: Explore and bid on special objects globally.

Create an Account: Register for free and start bidding.

Secure Payments: Pay through our secure payment system.

Receive Your Object: The seller ships your purchase after payment confirmation.

For Sellers:

Reach Global Buyers: Access a vast audience of over 10 million visitors from 60 countries.

Submit and Sell: Submit your items for expert review and watch the bids roll in.

Safe Transactions: Payments are processed securely, and you receive funds after confirming delivery.

Why Catawiki?

Global Marketplace: Operate in 60 countries, speak 17 languages, and connect buyers and sellers worldwide.

Secure Payments: Payments are held in escrow to ensure safety for both parties.

Dedicated Support: Our Customer Support team is ready to assist with any issues.

Low Fees: We offer transparent fees with no hidden costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Details of an Object

Q: I have a question about the details of an object. What should I do?

Responsibility: It’s the seller’s responsibility to ensure the description is complete and accurate. We recommend reading the description thoroughly and reviewing the images carefully.

Missing Information: If you find missing details or need more information, contact us by using the button below. Provide a detailed question and any supporting material. Note that we might not be able to answer before the auction closes, so bid based on the information available at that moment.

2. Shipping Information

Q: I have shipping-related questions. Who should I contact?

Pre-Payment: Before payment, shipping questions are generally not answered. Contact us as soon as possible with your queries to increase the chance of a timely response.

Post-Payment: The messaging service between buyer and seller opens only after payment. For shipping queries, reach out to us promptly.

Q: My object has been delivered, but it does not conform to its description. What should I do?

Contact Us: Notify us within 3 days of delivery using Track & Trace records. Contact the seller directly to discuss the issue and include pictures of the received object.

    Required Information:

        Full picture of the object

        At least two detailed pictures of the object’s state

        Two pictures of the packaging with the label visible

        A description highlighting discrepancies between the received item and the description

        For authenticity concerns, include supporting documents and photos

3. Issues with Delivery

Q: I’ve paid for my object but haven’t received it yet. What should I do?

Before Estimated Delivery Date: Check the order page for updates. Orders may take longer depending on the shipping location and customs.

Up to 5 Days After Estimated Delivery Date: If there’s no update, wait for 5 days after the estimated delivery date. Shipping delays are common.

More Than 5 Days After Estimated Delivery Date: Contact us for support. We will open a claim and pause the payment while investigating. If we don’t hear from you within 10 days after the estimated delivery date, we’ll assume the order was delivered and process the payment to the seller.

Q: What if the object arrived damaged or is not as described?

Contact Us: Follow the same steps for reporting an issue with an object that is not as described or damaged. Include detailed photos and descriptions to support your claim.

4. Data Protection & Privacy Notice from Catawiki:

Purpose: To inform you about how Catawiki collects, uses, and protects your personal data.

Scope: Applies to visitors and users of Catawiki's online marketplace.

Legal Framework

Controller: Catawiki B.V. (based in Amsterdam, Netherlands).

Applicable Laws: GDPR and other data protection laws.

Data Protection Principles

Transparency: Clear information on data usage.

Care: Data is protected and only shared as necessary.

Relevance: Only necessary data is collected and used.

Support: Contact details provided for queries.

Data Processing

Visiting the Online Marketplace: Collection of IP addresses, device info, and browsing behavior through cookies.

Creating an Account: Collection of personal details (name, email, phone number, address, etc.) for account management and transactions.

Further Processing: Data used for operations, marketing, customer support, and legal obligations.

Legal Basis for Processing

Contractual: Processing related to account creation, transactions, and communications.

Legitimate Interests: Marketing, customer support, fraud prevention, and improving services.

Legal Obligations: Compliance with tax, law enforcement, and other regulatory requirements.

Consent: For targeted advertising, detailed statistics, and marketing campaigns.

Data Sharing

With Other Users: Necessary for transactions and dispute resolutions.

Third Party Service Providers: Includes payment processors, web hosting, and analytics.

Legal and Business Transfers: Compliance with legal obligations and during corporate transactions.

Cross-Border Transfers

Primary Processing: Catawiki B.V. in the Netherlands.

Third Parties: Data may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA), primarily in the U.S. Contracts and safeguards are in place.

Data Security & Retention

Measures: Technical, organizational, and physical security practices.

Retention: Data is kept only as long as necessary for its purposes.

Contact Information

Data Protection Team: privacy [at] catawiki.com

Postal Address: Catawiki B.V., Sint Jorissteeg 2, NL - 1012 XV Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

5. VAT on Catawiki Orders:

VAT Collection: Catawiki collects VAT for orders depending on the region, final bid price, and seller location. VAT is added to the final bid price and shipping costs, then transferred to local tax authorities.

Regions & Conditions:

EU (including Northern Ireland): VAT is collected for orders with a final bid price of €150 or under if the seller is outside the EU.

France: VAT is collected for all final bid prices if the seller is outside the EU.

Great Britain: VAT is collected for orders with a final bid price of £135 or under if the seller is outside the UK.

Singapore: VAT is collected for orders with a final bid price of S$400 or under if the seller is outside Singapore.

Double VAT Charges: If charged VAT at checkout, you shouldn't be charged again at delivery. If you are, keep proof of payment and contact Catawiki.

6. Submitting a Lot for Auction:

Category Selection: Choose a category for your item, but not the exact auction. An expert will review and select the appropriate auction for your item.

7. Tracking Shipments:

Smart Shipping: Use tracked labels created by Catawiki. Track progress on the order page or the shipping company's website.

Manual Shipping: Use a tracked shipping company, mark the order as shipped, and enter the tracking code on the order page. Update tracking if necessary.

Tracking Issues: If you don’t have the tracking code, contact the shipping company or Catawiki for help.

8. Tracking Your Order:

Order Page: Track your order and view its status on the order page and the shipping company’s website using the provided tracking code.

Statuses:

Being Prepared: Seller is packing and preparing the order.

On the Way: Order has been shipped; tracking info available.

Arriving Today: Expected delivery today.

Delivered: Order has arrived or is at a nearby point.

Ready for Pickup: Order is ready for collection.

Picked Up: Marked as picked up once collected.

9. Shipping Internationally:

Smart Shipping: Catawiki assists with customs.

Manual Shipping: Research country-specific regulations, shipping costs, include a return address, and check prohibited goods. Consider shipping insurance.

Shipping Delays: Allow extra time for international orders and communicate with the buyer about the shipping status.

10. Contacting the Seller:

Post-Auction: Contact the seller via the order page once you've won and paid for the item.

Pre-Auction Inquiries: Use the contact us button if you need more info about an item before bidding, with at least 3 days remaining in the auction.

Communication Tips: Contact in the seller’s native language if possible, or use English or a translation tool.

Reviews

Positive Reviews:

Alex (September 3, 2020): Positive feedback on the app's responsiveness and user-friendliness, though suggests improving contact with experts and adding a feature for general enquiries.

Ivor Alex (November 7, 2020): Praises the user-friendliness and presentation of items but notes higher prices compared to eBay and expensive shipping costs.

Negative Reviews:

Colin Gallagher (October 27, 2021): Criticizes high postage costs, particularly after Brexit, and suggests improvements for search features in the app.

Maik Xhani (July 5, 2023): Reports declining app performance, including issues with push notifications and image zoom.

Leon Pruijt (May 5, 2020): Disappointed with the app's sorting and browsing features and difficulty in reaching the helpdesk.

Wunder Kind (September 9, 2020): Lists several issues including unreachability of sellers, high shipping costs, repeated listings, and poor metadata.

A Google User (June 1, 2019): Complains about viewing issues and app functionality problems like auto-scrolling in favorites.

John Scott Petty (October 2, 2023): Expresses frustration with the app's search and photo management features and reports unresolved technical issues.

DT (May 16, 2020): Criticizes the support and response times for listing issues and suggests improvements for seller support.

magnum p.i. (October 27, 2023): Highlights delays in listing and payment, along with issues with broken items and poor customer service.

Andrew Bottomley (September 18, 2023): Shares extreme frustration with form submission issues and lack of effective customer service.

What’s New

Bug Fixes: Recent updates improve stability and usability. We continuously refine the app based on user feedback.

Embrace the world of exclusive online auctions by downloading the Catawiki App now and start your bidding and selling journey!

App Support

Email: support@catawiki.com

About Us

Catawiki is Europe's most-visited curated marketplace for special objects, offering over 75,000 items for auction each week. Founded in 2008, we aim to make special, hard-to-find objects accessible to everyone.