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Exclusive vs. non-exclusive data licenses

By Noah Loul · Updated

Short answer

An exclusive license means only one buyer may use the data (usually for a period or field), which typically commands a higher price. A non-exclusive license lets you license the same data to multiple buyers.

When exclusivity makes sense#

When one buyer pays a premium and the data's value would drop if competitors had it.

Middle ground#

Time-limited or field-limited exclusivity can balance price and flexibility.

  1. 01Your work records
  2. 02Personal details removed
  3. 03You approve the release
  4. 04Licensed to AI developers
How it works with SourceX: Your work records → Personal details removed → You approve the release → Licensed to AI developers.Illustrative

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