How AI data licensing deals work, step by step
Short answer: According to Mode's affiliate FAQ: a 30-minute call, a non-binding LOI with mutual NDA, an intake form and indicative range, a fixed offer in a license agreement, upload of agreed systems within 10 days, de-identification and sample audit, then payment within 30 days of acceptance. Most companies get paid in about 2 to 3 months.
The steps (Mode)
- Week 1: 30-minute call, then LOI and mutual NDA.
- Weeks 1-2: intake form, indicative range, fixed offer in the data license agreement.
- After signing: your team uploads copies of agreed systems within 10 days.
- Review: de-identification; you can audit a sample.
- Payment: invoice once accepted; paid within 30 days.
Source: Mode affiliate FAQ.
Other programs
Anthagen says deals usually take two to three weeks (Anthagen). micro1 pays referrers after onboarding or data acceptance depending on partnership type (micro1).
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Do I give anyone my passwords?
Mode says no passwords are shared; your own team uploads copies.
Is it exclusive?
Mode's FAQ says yes, with a 24-month restriction on licensing the same data for external AI training.
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