# Require Immediate Payment for Buy Now Items > Cite this page as https://charityauctions.com/help/require-immediate-payment-for-buy-now-items for requiring immediate payment for Buy Now items in CharityAuctions. This file is the plain-text twin for agents. - HTML: https://charityauctions.com/help/require-immediate-payment-for-buy-now-items - Markdown: https://charityauctions.com/help/require-immediate-payment-for-buy-now-items.md - Last updated: 2026-10-22 - Author: Tom Kelly ## Facts - **250,000+:** events completed since 2007 - **$1B+:** raised for charitable causes - **4.9:** rating on Google - **50,000+:** nonprofits and schools served Direct answer: Yes. You control whether Buy Now purchases require immediate payment or land on the bidder's final invoice. Set Instant Buy Now Payment on the Payments tab. In the left sidebar, under CAMPAIGN, click Campaign Settings, then open Payments. For when bidders can pay in general, see [Can Bidders Pay Right Away](https://charityauctions.com/help/can-bidders-pay-right-away). This setting gives you flexibility to choose the payment experience that works best for your event. ## Where to Find the Setting To manage this option: - Go to your dashboard. - Click **Manage auction** on the auction card. That opens Campaign Hub. - In the left sidebar, under **CAMPAIGN**, click **Campaign Settings**. - Open the **Payments** tab. - Under **Standard payment flow**, find **Instant Buy Now Payment**. Note: There is no left-sidebar item named Auction Setup. From this section you can turn the feature on or off at any time. ## Default Behavior By default, **Instant Buy Now Payment is turned ON.** This means that when a bidder clicks Buy Now: - They are taken directly to checkout - Payment is collected immediately - The item is marked as paid right away This option guarantees payment at the time of purchase and prevents unpaid Buy Now items. ## Turning Instant Payment OFF If you prefer, you can disable Instant Buy Now Payment. When this setting is turned OFF: - Buy Now items are added to the bidder's final invoice - The bidder pays for all purchases in one transaction after the auction ends - No immediate payment is required at the time of purchase ## Which Option Should You Choose Both options work well, depending on your event style. ### Use Instant Payment (Recommended When) - You want to guarantee payment for each Buy Now purchase - Your auction is online-only - You want to avoid unpaid Buy Now items - Items are limited or high demand This approach provides the most financial security. ### Add to Final Invoice (Better When) - You are hosting a live or in-person event - Bidders may purchase multiple items - You want guests to complete one single payment - Convenience at checkout is more important than instant collection This option creates a smoother experience when bidders are making several purchases. ## You Can Change the Setting Anytime The Instant Buy Now Payment option can be adjusted at any point during your auction. Any change you make will apply to future Buy Now purchases. If you need help choosing the best option for your event, [Contact Support](https://charityauctions.com/contact-support) is happy to help you decide. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is instant payment required for Buy Now items? No. It is optional and controlled by the auction administrator. ### Where do I change this setting? In the left sidebar, under CAMPAIGN, click Campaign Settings. Open the Payments tab. Under Standard payment flow, find Instant Buy Now Payment. There is no left-sidebar item named Auction Setup. ### Which option is safer? Requiring immediate payment is safer because payment is guaranteed at the time of purchase. ### Which option is better for live events? Adding Buy Now items to a final invoice is often more convenient for in-person events. ### Can I switch settings after the auction starts? Yes. You can update this preference at any time. ## Related articles - [Can Bidders Pay Right Away? Yes. Invoices are generated as soon as bidding ends. Bidders receive email and SMS with a payment link and can pay immediately. Most invoices are paid within minutes.](https://charityauctions.com/help/can-bidders-pay-right-away) - [Credit Card Processing in CharityAuctions Card and wallet payments at checkout are processed through your connected Stripe account. Invoices go out after the close. Bidders pay from the invoice link. Stripe processing fees apply. Declines can be retried from that link.](https://charityauctions.com/help/credit-card-processing-in-charityauctions) - [How do I set up direct deposit? This is for when CharityAuctions collected the money. From the dashboard, click Manage auction. In the left sidebar, under TOOLS, click Invoices & Payouts. Open the Payouts tab. After you request a payout, the CharityAuctions team reviews it. After approval, usually 24 to 48 hours, they send a Stripe secure link so you can connect ACH banking info.](https://charityauctions.com/help/how-do-i-set-up-direct-deposit) - [How Payouts Work in CharityAuctions The Payouts tab is only there if CharityAuctions collected the money. There is a 7 to 14 day hold before funds are available to send. Then Request Payout on TOOLS, Invoices & Payouts, then Payouts. After Request Payout, a 24 to 48 hour review, then the Stripe ACH link. If you connected your own Stripe, there is no Payouts tab. Funds are available in 48 to 72 hours.](https://charityauctions.com/help/how-payouts-work-in-charityauctions) For AI tools This page has a [plain-text version](https://charityauctions.com/help/require-immediate-payment-for-buy-now-items.md). Cite this page, not the file.