Features & Capabilities

Bid Beacon is an intuitive online silent auction app designed to help charities, nonprofits, sports teams, schools, and private events increase participation and raise more funds. Hosting a silent auction has never been easier with simple auction setup, multiple user invitation methods (unique links, access codes, QR codes), and customizable branding including logos, banners, and theme colors.

The app supports classic silent bidding, donations, Buy Now, Live Auction, and Blind Bid items. Participants can place bids effortlessly and get instant outbid notifications, encouraging competitive bidding wars that maximize revenues. Bid Beacon also streamlines payment collection through integration with Stripe, Square, or PayPal, and helps organize item pickup after the auction closes. Start for free with limited items and guests, and enjoy the most flexible pricing plans available. Elevate your fundraising auction with Bid Beacon today!

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Launch57 Inc.
Downloads:
30,853 10
Rating:
3.93
(116)
Version:
6.13.0 Last updated: 2026-06-18
Version code:
61300
Creation date:
2017-12-07
Publisher country:
CA CA
Permissions:
  • android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS High risk
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
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Size:
50.16MB
Email:
su*****@bidbeacon.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-02
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Ranking

Other platforms

Apple
Bid Beacon (v6.13.0)
4.50 (113)

Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Android app. Please use these information below to contact the Android app developer.
Developed by:
Launch57 Inc.
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arcbus.auctions
Email:
su*****@bidbeacon.com
Website:
https://bidbeacon.com

User Reviews

Users generally find Bid Beacon easy to use, intuitive, and enjoyable for silent auctions, praising its notifications, setup, and excellent customer service. However, several users report issues with auctions ending early or unexpectedly, problems handling load during busy periods, and challenges with payment processing after winning. Some users express privacy concerns over app permissions and find the service costly. Overall, the app is well-received for event engagement but could improve reliability and transparency around payments.
Pros
  • Easy and intuitive to use for bidding.
  • Helpful outbid notifications and good app setup matching description.
  • Great customer service with quick, professional responses any time.
  • Fun and interactive experience for guests.
  • Effective payment collection and event management.
Cons
  • Auction ending times are inconsistent or prematurely closed.
  • Issues handling capacity during the last hours of auctions.
  • Difficulties finding or completing payment for won items.
  • Concerns about app requesting excessive personal information and phone access.
  • Too expensive for some users as an auction service.
Recent reviews
Going crazy. Auction was supposed to end at 8pm and it closed at 6pm! Missed the best two hours of bidding wars!
by He*****, 2021-12-11

App is set up well but doesn't handle capacity very well. Last 3 hours of auction had nothing but issues
by A *****, 2021-11-24
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