Mitigate vendor risk. Protect critical IP. Ensure continuity.
EscrowTech's technology escrow services help governments, enterprises, investors, and software communities safeguard mission-critical technology assets — so operations don't stall if a vendor can't or won't support what you rely on.
Beyond source code — the full operational picture
A technology escrow is a three-party agreement between a technology owner, a beneficiary, and a neutral technology escrow company like EscrowTech. The agreement defines trigger events — such as bankruptcy or failure to support — under which the beneficiary can access pre-deposited materials to keep mission-critical systems running.
Unlike traditional software escrow, technology escrow can include non-software IP and assets — stored physically, electronically, or in the cloud — and released only under the conditions you specify.
Every agreement includes
- Agreement setup and onboarding
- Secure multi-site vaulting and confirmations
- Unlimited updates through the online portal
- Optional technical verification
- Release administration per your agreement
Protect every layer of your technology stack
When scoped into your technology escrow agreement, these materials are centrally stored and released only under the conditions you specify.
Source Code Assets
Build instructions, runbooks, and full technical documentation.
Data
Schemas, backups, research, or operational datasets.
AI / ML Assets
Training sets, parameters, model architecture, and associated software.
Cloud & SaaS Assets
Deployment scripts, infrastructure-as-code, container images, credentials.
Security Materials
PKI / encryption keys and other sensitive secrets.
Hardware & Product IP
Firmware, CAD files, drawings, prototypes, and formulas.
Domain Assets
Domain credentials and registrar account details.
How EscrowTech's technology escrow works
- 01
Craft the agreement
Flexible, fully-customizable agreements covering release events, permitted use, parties, and scope.
- 02
Deposit materials
Submit electronically via our online portal, SFTP scripts, or offline. Update as often as needed with confirmation logs.
- 03
Secure, redundant storage
Stored at two off-site locations including the Perpetual Storage Vault in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
- 04
Technical verification
Tailored verification ensures beneficiaries know the deposit is complete and usable on release.
- 05
Release on trigger
On a defined release event, materials are released to the beneficiary. Mandatory Release language available.
The right partner for your most critical assets
Trusted by the Fortune 500 since 1992
A proven track record of protecting critical IP for over three decades.
Built for more than code
Cover AI assets, data, domain credentials, prototypes, hardware IP, and more.
Secure by design
Two-site vaulting plus formal confirmation and audit steps for every deposit.
Transparent pricing
Three-year price lock with unlimited updates included in your annual fees.
Real-time visibility
Online account management with deposit history and update alerts.
Flexible account structures
Single-beneficiary, multi-beneficiary, and multi-licensor options for any portfolio.
Technology vendor evaluation criteria
Use this checklist when comparing providers of technology escrow services.
How long has the technology escrow company been in business?
EscrowTech has been operating since 1992 and is trusted by over half of the Fortune 500.
Where and how are deposit materials stored?
Stored in a dedicated vault at the Technology Law Center, with additional space in the Perpetual Storage Vault in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
Do they support automated submissions and an online portal?
RealTime Escrow enables secure online uploads with deposit history, status logs, and optional EscrowTracker alerts.
What verification tiers are available?
From standard physical audits and file-listing reports to deeper analysis and full build/compile testing — scoped to your needs.
Is the pricing predictable?
Transparent pricing with a three-year price lock and annual fees that include unlimited updates.
Can they tailor account structures and release procedures?
Multiple configurable account types plus an optional Mandatory Release clause for immediate release when time is critical.
Customers that have trusted EscrowTech
De-risk your tech stack
Let's structure a technology escrow agreement around your exact assets and release conditions.