The steps after you apply
Every application is reviewed individually, but the steps are consistent:
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| Review | A data advisor reviews your application: your company, industry, data types, ownership and language mix. |
| Advisor call | Your advisor comes back with questions or a call to understand your systems, exports and goals. |
| 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 you can do to move 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 applying does not commit you to
Applying starts a review, not a commitment. You hear from a data advisor first, terms are agreed with the buyer before anything is signed, and the final buyer signs with your company and pays it directly. Until then, your data stays yours.
Frequently asked questions
How long does review take?
Every application is reviewed individually, and a data advisor comes back after reviewing your company and data. From discovery to payment received, a typical engagement runs 20 to 60 days.
Do I have to accept an offer?
No. Applying starts a review, not a commitment. Terms are agreed with the buyer before anything is signed.
Who do I sign with, and who pays me?
The final buyer signs with the selling company and pays them directly. Your data advisor walks you through the terms before anything is signed.
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