Platform Fees and Pricing
Opendatabay Marketplace - Platform Fees and Pricing Structure
Transaction Fees and Charges
Opendatabay applies a progressive commission structure on all dataset sales, API calls, and data access fees. The effective commission rate decreases as the transaction value increases, providing lower rates for higher-value transactions.
Opendatabay does not charge upfront listing fees. Fees are applied only when a transaction is completed.
The applicable commission is calculated based on the value of each individual transaction and is not calculated cumulatively across multiple transactions.
Platform Fee Structure
£1 - £100
30%
70%
£101 - £1,000
30% → 25%
70% → 75%
£1,001 - £10,000
25% → 20%
75% → 80%
£10,001 - £25,000
20% → 15%
80% → 85%
£25,001 - £50,000
15% → 10%
85% → 90%
£50,001 - £250,000
10% → 5%
90% → 95%
£250,001 and above
5%
95%
For transaction values within a range, the applicable commission rate decreases progressively between the stated rates. The exact fee is calculated automatically when the Data Provider sets the sale price.
Visit our Platform Fee Calculator to see exactly what you'll receive.
Examples
Example 1: Selling a dataset for £2,500 → Opendatabay fee is 24% (£604) and the seller receives £1,896
Example 2: Selling a dataset for £31,000 → Opendatabay fee is 14% (£4,278) and the seller receives £26,720.
Example 3: Selling a dataset for £50,000 → Opendatabay fee is 10% (£5,000) and the seller receives £45,000.
Example 4: Selling a dataset for £160,000 → Opendatabay fee is approximately 7% (£11,600) and the seller receives approximately £148,400.
Example 5: Selling a dataset for £250,000 → Opendatabay fee is 5% (£12,500) and the seller receives £237,500.
For transactions above £250,000, the Opendatabay commission is capped at 5%, meaning the Data Provider receives 95% of the sale price.
Payment Terms
Method of Payment
Payments will be made via bank transfer.
Currency
All payments are made in GBP (£) or USD ($)
Payout Thresholds
Payments are processed only when total earnings reach a minimum of £100.
Disputes and Refunds
In case of a dispute or refund request, payment may be withheld until the issue is resolved.
Payment Details
The Data Provider is responsible for providing accurate payment details. Opendatabay is not liable for payments sent to incorrect details.
Fee Updates
Opendatabay reserves the right to update commission rates or fees. Data Providers will be notified of any changes at least 30 days in advance.
Where a specific Data Product has an agreed fee structure under an existing listing or separate written agreement, that agreed structure will apply to the relevant transaction unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Tax Compliance
The Data Provider is responsible for declaring and paying any applicable taxes on earnings from sales through the marketplace, in accordance with local tax regulations.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
The Data Provider must comply with their country's AML laws and regulations. Opendatabay may request verification documents to meet legal obligations and may suspend payments until the required documentation is provided.
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