The Deal Exchange
#1 Marketplace for Selling Your Business
(List with us, it's free.)
- Free Listings for Sellers
- Confidential Process
- Free for Buyers To Browse
How It Works
List your business anonymously, connect with serious buyers, and close deals on your terms.
- List Anonymously
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Share your business details without revealing identity until you choose. Maintain full control over your information throughout the process.
- Receive Serious Interest
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Buyers request access to your listing. You review each request and decide who gets through.
Only 4 buyers per listing - Complete the Deal
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Connect directly with the other party after NDA. Negotiate terms and close the deal on your terms — we provide the introduction, not the advice.
Choose Your Door
Built for Both Sides of the Deal
Whether you're selling your business or acquiring one, Deal Exchange provides the tools and protection you need.
For Sellers
Sell with Complete Control
This is the only marketplace that you are able to list for free. We do not charge you a single fee.
- Complete Confidentiality
- Your identity remains protected until you're ready to reveal it. List anonymously with confidence.
- Full Control
- Approve each buyer before sharing details. You decide the pace and who gets access.
- Serious Buyers Only
- You approve every buyer individually. No one sees your details without your explicit permission.
- Free to List
- No upfront costs. Create your listing and connect with buyers at no charge.
For Buyers
Access Premium Opportunities
This is the only marketplace that you'll find off-market opportunities at scale. It's free to browse and qualify all of the listings. We only charge once both you and the seller reach Heads of Terms.
- Exclusive Opportunities
- Limited access. Each listing accepts only 4 buyers — serious opportunities from committed sellers.
- Exclusive Access
- Limited to 4 buyers per deal. When slots fill, the opportunity disappears.
- Scarcity Model
- Commit early or lose the opportunity. Serious buyers only—hesitation costs slots.
- Direct Seller Access
- After NDA, connect directly with the seller to conduct your own due diligence. No middleman — just a direct introduction.
Transparent Pricing
Simple, fair pricing for all parties
We only succeed when you do. Free for sellers to list, transparent fees for buyers, and success-based commission.
For Sellers
List your business completely free
£0
- No listing fees
- Full control of your data
- Connect with serious buyers
- Pay only on success
For Buyers
Commitment Fee
Commitment fee on Heads of Terms acceptance
£500
Due on Heads of Terms acceptance
- Access to exclusive listings
- Serious seller commitment
- Private seller details after NDA
- Non-refundable commitment fee
On Completion
Success fee only when deal closes
1%
- Aligned incentives
- Only paid on success
- Transparent fee structure
- No hidden costs
Enterprise Security
Your data is protected at every step
Bank-Grade Encryption
All sensitive business data is encrypted using AES-256 encryption, the same standard used by financial institutions worldwide.
Security Focused
We implement encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews to protect your data.
GDPR Compliant
Full GDPR compliance with data portability, right to deletion, and transparent privacy policies. Your data, your control.
Trusted by business professionals. We never share your confidential information with third parties without explicit consent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about how Deal Exchange works
- How does the platform work?
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Sellers create confidential listings with anonymised business details. Buyers browse available opportunities and request access. Once approved by the seller and after signing an NDA, buyers connect directly with the seller to conduct their own due diligence.
- What are the fees?
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Sellers list for free — no upfront fees, subscriptions, or listing charges. We only charge a 1% success fee when a deal completes. Buyers browse anonymised listings freely. Access to seller details requires reserving a slot and signing an NDA.
- How is confidentiality protected?
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All listings are anonymised by default. Company names, owner details, and identifying information are hidden until sellers explicitly grant access. Buyers must reserve a slot and sign an NDA before seeing any confidential information. Sellers maintain full control over who sees their details and can revoke access at any time.
- What is the Rule of 4?
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Each listing accepts a maximum of 4 buyers. This scarcity model ensures sellers deal with serious buyers only, while preventing confidential information from being shared too widely. When all 4 slots are filled, additional buyers join a waitlist. If a buyer's access expires or is revoked, their slot opens for the next buyer.
- Do I need to sign an NDA?
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Yes. Before accessing any confidential business information, buyers must digitally sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). This protects both parties and ensures sensitive information is not shared with third parties. The NDA can be reviewed and signed electronically within the platform.
- How long does the process take?
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Timeline varies by deal complexity. Creating a listing takes 10-30 minutes. Buyers can browse anonymised listings immediately. Access requests are typically reviewed within 24 hours. After gaining access, buyers usually spend 1-2 weeks on initial review before deciding whether to proceed. The full process from listing to close typically ranges from 4-12 weeks.