The typical timeline
Every engagement is reviewed individually, but the phases are consistent:
| Phase | What happens |
|---|---|
| Apply and review | You apply, and a data advisor reviews your company, your data and whether it qualifies. |
| Matching | Your advisor identifies a qualified buyer from our network whose needs fit your data. |
| Terms | The buyer and your company agree scope, permitted use and price. |
| Preparation | Records are exported and prepared; personal information is removed where relevant. |
| Payment | The final buyer signs with the selling company and pays them directly. |
What makes it faster
- Documented SOPs and processes
- Fast, clean exports from your systems (Slack, email, tickets, CRM)
- Clear ownership: the data is yours, not your clients'
- At least 70% English-language records
Well-prepared companies move through review quickly. Prepare your data first.
What can slow it down
- Personal information mixed into records
- Unclear rights, such as data subject to client contracts
- Incomplete or hard-to-read exports
Frequently asked questions
Is 20 to 60 days guaranteed?
No. It is the typical range from discovery to payment received. Every company is reviewed individually, and documentation, export readiness and clear ownership all affect timing.
Who pays me, and when?
The final buyer signs with the selling company and pays them directly. Your data advisor walks you through the terms before anything is signed.
What can I do to speed it up?
Documented SOPs and processes, fast clean exports from your systems, clear ownership of the data and at least 70% English-language records all shorten review.
How much can company data sell for?
Published deals range from $100K up to $2M for operating companies, depending on data type, volume, quality and how connected the records are. See the pricing guide for real figures.
- Published enterprise data program terms (2026)
- DataPaid application and review process