# How does selling company data to an AI company actually work?

By David Choukroun, founder of Aidvance. Updated 2026-10-25.

**Short answer:** Selling company data to an AI company takes five steps: a free estimate, a conversation about what you have, clearing out personal details, matching with a buyer who sees samples first, and your decision on the offer. Aidvance handles the middle three. Nothing is shared without your OK.

## The five steps
- Estimate: seven quick taps in the free estimator.
- Conversation: with Casey or Dave, about what you have and how it's stored.
- Clearing: personal information removed, contracts checked, sensitive material left out.
- Matching: buyers see a description and samples, then make an offer.
- Your decision: you review the terms, ideally with your lawyer, before anything is delivered.

## What you keep
- Your records. Most deals license a copy for a specific use.
- Control. You choose what's included and can say no at any point before signing.

## Questions
**How long does it take?**
It depends on the buyer and how ready your data is. The estimate takes minutes, and the first conversation can happen this week.

**Do I have to do the technical work?**
No. We'll tell you what's needed and help get it done.

Free estimate: https://aidvance.xyz/data-value

Source: https://aidvance.xyz/sell-your-data/how-selling-company-data-works