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Selling survey and research data to AI companies: what to know
By SourceX Editorial · Updated
Short answer
Survey and research data can be valuable to AI companies because they capture opinions and structured feedback. They are typically licensed under a written agreement rather than sold outright, and preparation usually involves respondent consent and anonymization.
Why it's valuable
Survey and research data capture opinions and structured feedback. Large volumes, long histories and specialized domains increase interest.
How to prepare it
Preparation commonly involves respondent consent and anonymization. Requirements should be agreed with the buyer before any work begins.
Licensing terms to set
Define permitted uses (training, evaluation), prohibited uses (resale, re-identification), duration, exclusivity, deletion and payment timing.
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I license the same data to multiple buyers?
- Often yes, unless you grant exclusivity.
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