eBay Sniper Bot - Vincenzo Imperati

eBay Sniper Bot is a Python-based automation tool designed to help users win eBay auctions by placing bids at the optimal moment - just 1 second before the auction ends. The bot uses DrissionPage to control a Chromium browser instance, allowing for precise timing and human-like interaction with eBay’s interface.

The tool is particularly useful for competitive auctions where manual bidding might be too slow or imprecise. It pre-positions the cursor on the confirmation button and executes the bid at the exact specified time.

Features#

Precision Timing: Execute bids with second-level accuracy
Browser Automation: Uses DrissionPage for reliable web interaction
Manual Setup: Allows manual login and bid amount entry for security
Headless Option: Can run with or without visible browser window
Performance Optimized: Disables images and audio for faster loading
Italian eBay Support: Currently configured for eBay.it

Requirements#

Python 3.7+
Chrome/Chromium browser installed
Active eBay account
Stable internet connection

Installation#

Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/VincenzoImp/ebay-sniper-bot.git
cd ebay-sniper-bot

Create a virtual environment:

python -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate

Install dependencies:

pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage#

Basic Setup#

Start Jupyter Notebook:

jupyter notebook

Open the bidder.ipynb file
Configure your target time:

# Set execution time (1 second before auction end)
ora_esecuzione = "18:19:59"  # HH:MM:SS format

Step-by-Step Process#

Initialize the browser:
- Run the first few cells to set up the driver
- The browser will open automatically
Manual login:
- Navigate to eBay and log into your account manually
- Go to the auction page you want to bid on
- Enter your maximum bid amount
- DO NOT click the final confirmation button
Prepare for sniping:
- The bot will move the cursor to the confirmation button
- Set your target execution time
- Run the final cell to start the timer
Automated execution:
- The bot will wait until the specified time
- At the exact moment, it will click the confirmation button
- Your bid will be placed automatically

Configuration Options#

Browser Settings#

driver = open_drission_driver(
    headless=False,    # Set to True for invisible browser
    no_imgs=True,      # Disable image loading for speed
    no_audio=True,     # Disable audio
    singleton_tab_obj=False
)

Timing Configuration#

# Adjust timing based on your needs
ora_esecuzione = "HH:MM:SS"  # Target execution time

Important Notes#

Legal and Ethical Considerations#

This tool is for educational purposes
Ensure compliance with eBay’s Terms of Service
Use responsibly and ethically
The author is not responsible for any violations or consequences

Technical Limitations#

Requires stable internet connection
System clock must be accurate
eBay’s interface changes may require code updates
Currently optimized for eBay.it (Italian version)

Security#

Manual login prevents storing credentials in code
Browser session is isolated
No sensitive data is logged

Troubleshooting#

Common Issues#

Browser doesn’t start:

Ensure Chrome/Chromium is installed
Check if browser path is correct
Try running with headless=False

Timing is off:

Synchronize your system clock
Account for network latency
Test with non-critical auctions first

Element not found:

eBay may have changed their interface
Check the element selector #confirmBid
Update selectors if necessary

Connection issues:

Ensure stable internet connection
Check if eBay is accessible
Verify account login status

File Structure#

ebay-sniper-bot/
├── .gitignore          # Git ignore file
├── bidder.ipynb        # Main Jupyter notebook
├── requirements.txt    # Python dependencies
└── README.md          # This file

Dependencies#

Key dependencies include:

DrissionPage==4.1.0.7 - Browser automation framework
jupyter - Notebook interface
requests==2.32.3 - HTTP library
lxml==5.3.0 - XML/HTML processing
websocket-client==1.8.0 - WebSocket support

See requirements.txt for complete list.

Contributing#

Fork the repository
Create a feature branch
Make your changes
Test thoroughly
Submit a pull request

Disclaimer#

This software is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. The author assumes no responsibility for:

Any violations of eBay’s Terms of Service
Financial losses from failed bids
Technical issues or malfunctions
Legal consequences of usage

Use at your own risk and ensure compliance with all applicable terms and conditions.

License#

This project is for educational purposes only. Users are responsible for ensuring their usage complies with eBay’s Terms of Service and applicable laws.

Note: Always test with small, non-critical auctions before using for important bids. The timing and reliability depend on various factors including internet connection, system performance, and eBay’s server response times.