When World-Class Data Collection Meets World-Class Fraud Prevention

Rep Data has acquired Research Defender.

But that’s nowhere near where this story begins. In fact, these two powerhouses have been connected for years. One has been on a mission to solve the data quality issue and provide real, relevant, and reliable data to researchers. The other has been actively building APIs focused solely on fraud prevention. Executives from both companies have been collaborating, exchanging ideas, and sharing a long-term vision of bettering the research industry by continuously investing in the biggest pain point: securing the highest-quality data. Read More


Data Done Different

It’s not just our mantra. It’s how we approach every project and every decision we make. When we started Rep Data, we knew there was a better way to meet data collection needs, and we vowed to find a better solution. Our acquisition of Research Defender will advance our mission to deliver the highest-quality data. Together, we will:

  • Provide a one-stop-shop for unbiased sampling, superior customer service, and fraud prevention technology

  • Advance technological resources to keep fraudsters and bad actors out of our research 

  • Expand efforts to provide universal access and standards across sample sources

  • Combine the most experienced industry resources and staff to better our industry and continue to find new ways to improve the sample marketplace

There’s a great deal of pride associated with building a better mousetrap. It takes experience, courage, passion, and a little crazy. And we couldn’t be prouder of where we are and what we can accomplish today with our friends at Research Defender.

About Rep Data

While you focus on what you’re good at — research, analytics, and insights — we focus on what we’ve perfected, securing the highest-quality data for primary quantitative research. From our Managed Services with a dedicated point-of-contact, we have a solution that will fit your need and level of expertise. And no matter which service you choose, you’re always protected with 5 layers of fraud mitigation through Research Defender. Learn More

Our unwavering focus on data quality and world-class customer service is what makes us a trusted partner for the world’s leading market research agencies, management consultancies, Fortune 500 corporations, advertising agencies, brand strategy consultancies, universities, communications agencies, public relations firms, and more.

  • For the most part, it’s business as usual. Rep Data has been utilizing Research Defender for years to bring customers the cleanest data, free of fraudsters and bad actors. The acquisition allows Rep Data to scale faster and advance its mission of investing in the latest technology and machine learning.

  • Research Defender customers will now have access to the world-class quantitative research offerings Rep Data brings. Combining the data sets of both companies gives customers greater access to fraud-free data.

  • Your Rep Data account rep will remain the same.

  • If you have an account rep, feel free to reach out to them for any additional questions. You may also contact us at reps@repdata.com and we’d be happy to talk further about this acquisition, our services, and exciting things to come.

About Research Defender

To help the sample and market research industry create a clean, healthy, and efficient ecosystem, Research Defender has created a secure platform to help clients take control of their traffic and the quality of their product. Research Defender facilitates high-quality and efficient transactions across the online research ecosystem for both buyers and sellers of sample. Learn More.

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