What is a Virtual Data Room (VDR)? — Definition & Guide

A Virtual Data Room (VDR) is a secure online repository for storing and sharing confidential documents during M&A, fundraising, and due diligence.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a virtual data room cost?

VDR pricing ranges from $0 (DocTransfer Free tier) to $1,000+/month for enterprise providers like Datasite or Intralinks. DocTransfer offers unlimited document tracking on its free plan.

What is the difference between a VDR and cloud storage?

Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox) focuses on file storage and internal collaboration. VDRs add granular security controls, page-level analytics, dynamic watermarking, and compliance audit trails specifically designed for external document sharing.

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