Private Intelligence for Founders

DISCREET VETTING BEFORE CONTRACTS ARE SIGNED.

By The Clause helps digital entrepreneurs investigate potential clients, collaborators, and business partners. We identify reputational risk, tone misalignment, and legal-adjacent concerns — before they become your problem.

Modern Due Diligence. Boutique Discretion.

By The Clause is not a law firm — and we’re not here to scare you. We’re here to protect what you’ve built. Using public records, digital footprint scans, and a legally informed lens, we help you see who you’re really doing business with.Whether you're negotiating a deal, hiring someone with access to sensitive brand assets, or just want peace of mind — we help founders operate intelligently and with full context.

By The Clause Dossiers

A high-discretion investigative file — built for digital entrepreneurs.

TierDescriptionIdeal Use CasesPriceStart Your Report
The Mini DossierDigital footprint scan, red flags, basic verificationScreening$235Request Mini Dossier→
The Core DossierFull public dossier: business history, social tone, IP check, brand alignmentAssessment$645Request Core Dossier→
The High-Stakes DossierDeep investigative dive: court records, lawsuits, ethical red flags, reputational riskInvestigation$1,290Request High-Stakes Dossier→

Optional Add-On:
Loom-style Video Briefing — $210

A private 5–10 minute walkthrough of the findings, recorded by our founder. No calls, no back-and-forth — just strategic clarity in your inbox.

how it works

3-Step Breakdown:STEP 1: Submit a Request
Select your dossier tier and share the name(s), links, or brands you need researched.
STEP 2: We Investigate
Over 5–10 business days, BTC reviews public records, digital presence, legal data, and tone alignment.
STEP 3: Receive Your By The Clause Report
You’ll get a clean, strategic PDF dossier — plus an optional video briefing — straight to your inbox. No small talk. Just insight.

By the clause Is for Founders Who...

✓ Know that intuition is important — but it’s not a strategy
✓ Are protecting high-value intellectual property, brand equity, or client trust
✓ Have been burned before — and won’t let it happen again
✓ Want to operate like a CEO, not just a creator
✓ Believe that smart founders vet before they trust

FAQ SECTION

Is this legal?
Yes. By The Clause only uses publicly accessible or permission-based information.
Are you a law firm?
No. We are a private intelligence firm with legally informed methods — not legal representation.
Can I request more than one person?
Yes. If you need a multi-person or agency scan, reach out for custom pricing.

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