How we work
From listing to closed deal
DayXero is a structured marketplace — every listing goes through a scoring engine, every data room is NDA-gated, and every deal closes in escrow. Here's how it works for sellers and buyers.
For sellers
01
List your asset
Create a listing in under 10 minutes. Add your platform name, category, build stage, and a one-line tagline that buyers see on the card.
02
Run the DX Score engine
Answer 6 questions about dev cost, IP ownership, market size, and traction. Our engine calculates a 0–100 DX Score and a Replacement Cost Valuation range in seconds.
03
Set up your data room
Upload source code, architecture docs, and transfer details. Buyers only access these files after signing an NDA — you stay protected until you choose to share.
04
Receive inquiries
Interested buyers sign your NDA and send inquiries through the platform. You review each request and decide who to engage with.
05
Start a deal
Accept an inquiry to open a deal thread. Negotiate terms, share additional context, and agree on a price — all inside DayXero.
06
Close in escrow
Funds are held in escrow while you transfer the asset. Once the buyer confirms receipt, funds are released. No chasing invoices.
For buyers
01
Browse verified listings
Every listing includes a DX Score, asset type, and build stage. Filter by category, score range, and price to find assets that match your criteria.
02
Understand the DX Score
The DX Score (0–100) measures four dimensions: replacement cost, IP quality, market opportunity, and traction signals. Higher scores reflect stronger assets.
03
Sign the NDA
A single click signs a mutual NDA between you and the seller. No PDFs, no lawyers required at this stage. Unlocks the full data room immediately.
04
Review the data room
Access source code, architecture docs, cost breakdowns, and transfer checklists. Ask questions directly through the deal thread.
05
Make an offer
Submit an offer with your proposed price and deal structure (full acquisition, licensing, revenue share). The seller reviews and can counter.
06
Close in escrow
Funds are secured in escrow before the transfer begins. You only release payment once you've confirmed the asset has been delivered as agreed.
The DX Score
Objective valuation, not founder estimates
Pre-revenue assets are hard to price. Traditional multiples don't apply when there's no revenue. The DX Score solves this by measuring what the asset actually is — not what it hopes to become.
The score feeds directly into the Replacement Cost Valuation (RCV), a dollar range calculated by applying score-tier multipliers to the estimated development cost. A DX 87 asset built for $280K is worth $224K–$504K. The score determines the band.
Replacement Cost
Dev cost estimate + months to rebuild
25 pts
IP Quality
Ownership clarity × encumbrance risk
25 pts
Market Opportunity
TAM size × competitive differentiation
25 pts
Traction Signals
Users, volume metrics, waitlist, pilots
25 pts
FAQ
What counts as a "pre-revenue" asset?
Any tech platform that hasn't generated meaningful revenue — working products, MVPs, prototypes with users, and platforms in beta. If it's built and functional, it qualifies.
How is the DX Score calculated?
Four equally-weighted quadrants (25pts each): Replacement Cost (how expensive to rebuild), IP Quality (ownership clarity, encumbrances), Market Opportunity (TAM × differentiation), and Traction Signals (users, volume metrics, waitlist, pilots). Total: 0–100.
What is the Replacement Cost Valuation (RCV)?
The RCV is a dollar range derived by applying DX-score-based multipliers to the estimated dev cost. It answers "what would it cost to build this from scratch?" and scales the answer by market and traction quality.
Who handles the NDA?
DayXero generates a standard mutual NDA instantly when a buyer clicks "Request access." Both parties are bound by it without needing external lawyers for this stage.
How does escrow work?
We partner with a licensed escrow provider. Once a deal is agreed, the buyer deposits funds. The seller transfers the asset. The buyer confirms, and funds are released. Both sides are protected throughout.
Can I list if my product is still in development?
Yes — we support Design Only, Beta, MVP Complete, and Live with Users stages. The DX Score accounts for build stage in the traction quadrant, so early-stage listings aren't penalized unfairly.
Ready to get started?
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