How ReFounder works
Buy and sell startup assets — brands, code, MVPs, email lists and full startups — with the transparency and protection of a real marketplace.
For buyers
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Browse & filter
Find brands, code, MVPs and full startup packages — every listing shows exactly what's included.
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Ask or offer
Message the seller, request proof of assets, or send an offer up to 40% below ask.
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Pay securely
Your payment is held safely until you confirm you received everything — the seller gets paid only after you confirm delivery.
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Receive & confirm
Inspect what arrives. You have 7 days before funds release.
For sellers
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List for free
Describe what you built, what's included and the honest postmortem.
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Field offers
Reply, counter, accept or decline — you stay in control of the deal.
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Hand over assets
Transfer the agreed assets within 7 days of payment.
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Get paid
Funds land in your bank once the buyer confirms — you keep 100% of the listed price.
Frequently asked
- How much does it cost? +
- Listing is free. Sellers keep 100% of the listed price. Buyers pay exactly the listed price. There are no fees for buyers or sellers, and Buyer Protection is free.
- Is my money safe? +
- Yes. Our secure payment system holds your money until you confirm delivery. You have 7 days to check everything.
- What if the seller doesn't deliver? +
- If the seller doesn't transfer the assets within 7 days — or what arrives doesn't match the listing — file a dispute from your purchase page. Funds stay frozen until it's resolved.
- Can I make an offer below the asking price? +
- On any negotiable listing you can submit a serious offer up to 40% below the asking price. The seller can accept, decline or counter.
- How long does a transfer take? +
- Domains and digital assets usually move in 24–72 hours. Larger packages with code, accounts and customer lists typically settle within 5–7 days.
Questions? Email support@getrefounder.com