Oops! Bid Regret? How to Cancel Your eBay Bid (Before It's Too Late!)

We've all been there. The thrill of the auction, a few too many clicks, and suddenly you're winning a vintage porcelain cat collection (even though you're allergic!). Don't panic! You might be able to cancel your eBay bid.

eBay understands bid regret happens. They allow bid cancellations in specific situations. The seller must have allowed it, or there is a mistake in the bid. It may also be permitted if the listing description has significantly changed since you placed your bid.

To try cancelling, head to eBay's official bid retraction form. You'll need the item number and your username. Be honest about your reason! If you're truly making a mistake (like entering the wrong bid amount), explain clearly.

But here's the catch: Time is of the essence! You can't cancel a bid if it's within the last 12 hours of the auction. So, act fast if you need to retract your bid and avoid that porcelain cat-astrophe!