Question
Can licensed data be resold?
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Short answer
Only if the license allows it. Most data licenses prohibit resale and sublicensing, except to the buyer's affiliates or contractors working on its behalf.
Part of: How licensing works
Explanation#
Look for sublicensing, assignment and change-of-control clauses.
Breach of these terms is a contract violation with remedies.
Rights and privacy#
- Confirm customer, vendor and employee agreements allow the use
- Remove or de-identify personal details before anything leaves the company
- Approve the final dataset and permitted uses in writing
How licensing works#
A business describes its data, buyer demand is assessed, scope and permitted use are proposed, the data is prepared and de-identified, an agreement is signed, and the approved dataset is delivered. See data licensing for detail.
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