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Selling & valuations
Is the valuation really done by an expert, not an AI?
Yes. Every valuation is reviewed by someone who has actually closed M&A deals — not a bot or a one-second calculator. Because our expert reviews it by hand, it isn't instant; give us a little time, and the number you get is honest rather than auto-generated.
Why is the valuation free? What's the catch?
There's no catch. The valuation is free because we'd rather earn your trust first. If you like the number and want buyers to see your business, you can list it for a one-time flat fee. There's no obligation to list, and no obligation to buy anything.
How much does it cost, and do you take a commission?
Listing is a one-time flat fee — $19, $49, or $149 depending on how long you want to stay listed. There's no subscription and no commission or success fee: whatever you sell for is 100% yours. The valuation itself is free.
If you charge 0% commission, how do you make money?
From the flat listing fees, from optional services (like preparing and packaging your business for sale), and from referral arrangements with licensed M&A broker partners on larger deals. We never take a cut of your sale price.
Will my name or financials be made public?
No. Listings are anonymous — buyers see the metrics, not who you are. Your identity and full financials are only revealed after a buyer is verified and you approve sharing (typically under an NDA). You stay in control of who learns what, and when.
Can I sell just a stake instead of the whole business?
Yes. You can list a minority stake to bring on a partner or investor who buys in, rather than a full exit — you keep running the business and keep most of the upside. Same flat fee, still 0% commission.
What if my business is tiny or pre-revenue?
That's exactly who we're built for. From $5,000 side projects to pre-revenue apps (where your code, users, or domain still have value) to founders looking for a co-founder — the deals that are too small for traditional brokers are our focus.
How long until I hear back, and do you guarantee a sale?
We aim to reply by email after our expert reviews your numbers, but we can't promise a fixed timeline and — being honest — we can't respond to every single request. We also don't guarantee any buyer, sale, or price. A valuation is an informed estimate, not a promise. See our Terms for the full picture.
What happens after I pay to list?
Your anonymized listing goes live in the catalog for the period you chose. We present it to relevant buyers and, where it fits, our broker partners. When a deal happens, you keep 100% of the sale price — we've already been paid by the flat fee.
For buyers & investors
Is it free to join as a buyer?
Yes — registering as a buyer or investor and browsing matched deals is free. Join the buyer network here.
How are listings vetted?
Our expert reviews every listing before it reaches you, and revenue is verified where possible (look for the "Revenue verified" badge). You get signal, not the spam you'd wade through on open marketplaces.
How do I see full details or contact a seller?
Once you're a verified buyer and the seller approves, identity and full financials unlock — usually under an NDA. It keeps sellers comfortable and keeps the catalog serious.
Trust & legal
Who is behind ExitMicro?
ExitMicro is operated by GetTrusted Escrow GmbH, a company registered in Vienna, Austria (operating since 2023), run by a founder who has personally exited a company and worked on M&A deals. Real company, real person — not an anonymous platform.
Do you hold the money? Are you an escrow service?
No. We do not take custody of any funds, and we are not a bank, payment institution, or regulated financial service. Payments between a buyer and seller are handled directly between them or through a licensed third-party provider. We're an information and listing platform.
Is my data safe? Can I have it deleted?
We're GDPR-compliant. We use your details only to value your business and connect you with relevant buyers, and we delete your personal data on request — just email us. Full details are in our Terms & Privacy.

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