The Free Auction connects your brand with high-intent shoppers actively searching for products — not just browsing.
Get Started — Contact Us →While massive marketplaces have become impersonal and cluttered, The Free Auction provides a streamlined, high-trust environment where buyers and sellers connect. Our users don't just browse — they come ready to bid, buy, and collect.
90% of our traffic lands on specific product pages with clear purchase intent — not idle window shopping.
Because listing is free, we attract serious sellers with real inventory — meaning buyers always find genuine deals.
Our users are engaged auction participants, returning regularly to track listings and place bids.
Our newsletter goes directly to active bidders and sellers — one of the most engaged audiences in e-commerce.
Place your ad exactly where your customers are browsing — Vehicles, Electronics, Collectibles, and more.
Real-time impression and click tracking. Know exactly what you're getting — transparent CPM billing.
Three distinct buyer personas — all in active purchasing mode when they visit.
Arrives via search looking for specific items. They're comparing prices and ready to bid. High purchase probability on every visit.
Independent vendors, small business owners, and estate liquidators who need supplies, tools, and services to run their business.
Frequent visitors seeking specialized items in their category. Deeply engaged, brand-loyal, and willing to pay for quality.
Placements designed to put your brand in front of users exactly when they're in buying mode.
Your banner appears directly below the category hero on browse pages — precisely when shoppers are actively looking in your target market.
A dedicated sponsored section in our weekly auction roundup — direct reach to our most active bidders and sellers in their inbox.
Premium visibility on our homepage — seen by every visitor. Ideal for brand awareness and broad product launches.
Appear alongside active auction listings. Catch buyers at peak engagement — just as they're deciding whether to bid.
Category exclusivity, sponsored auction events, co-branded promotions, or a custom package combining multiple placements.
| Placement | Duration | Targeting | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category Banner ⭐ Popular | Monthly flat rate | Specific category/subcategory | $40.00 |
| Category Banner (CPM) | Per 1,000 impressions | Specific category/subcategory | $5.00 |
| Homepage Banner | Monthly flat rate | All visitors | $75.00 |
| Homepage Banner (CPM) | Per 1,000 impressions | All visitors | $7.00 |
| Listing Detail Ad | Monthly flat rate | All listings / category | $30.00 |
| Newsletter Slot 📧 New | Per issue | All subscribers | $20.00 |
| Custom Partnership | Variable | Custom | Contact Us |
* Volume discounts available for multi-month commitments. All ads include full impression and click reporting.
Our audience is ready to buy. Let's talk about getting your brand in front of them.
Whether you're a local business, national brand, or anything in between — we have a placement that fits your budget and goals. Reach out and we'll put together a custom proposal within 24 hours.