About TradeDB

TradeDB is the open record of global trade.

We make trade knowledge accessible, structured, and verifiable. TradeDB is a free, community-reviewed platform for verified business profiles, research publications, and collaboration that lasts beyond a single deal.

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What we stand for

Open, reusable trade knowledge.
Structured data with sources and dates.
Community review that compounds trust.

Free & public

Open access to trade intelligence.

Evidence-led

Built on sources, verification, and peer review.

Our mission

Build the most reliable, open record of global trade activity.

We make verified trade knowledge discoverable so businesses can make long-term, confident decisions.

Why we exist

Trade decisions still rely on fragmented, unverified sources.

TradeDB organizes profiles, research, and discussions into one public knowledge network.

Who it serves

Businesses, sourcing teams, logistics and finance groups, institutions, and analysts who need trustworthy data.

From manufacturers to universities, TradeDB supports long-term reputation building and collaboration.

Platform pillars

Everything is designed to make credibility visible.

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Profiles

Verified business and expert profiles with certifications, capabilities, and intent.

Research

Market briefs, trade analysis, and evidence-backed guides that stay discoverable.

Forums

Collaborative discussions that surface best practices and regional nuances.

Offers

Live opportunities, RFQs, and partnership intents that connect verified teams.

How TradeDB builds authority

1
Create a profile with evidence
List certifications, markets, and sourcing or sales intent with sources attached.
2
Publish research and playbooks
Turn experience into structured guides, market briefs, and datasets.
3
Collaborate with the community
Ask questions, cite sources, and earn trust through transparent discussion.
4
Build a durable trade presence
Your profile and content remain discoverable long after each transaction.

TradeDB in one view

Clear, structured, and AI-friendly documentation.

Verified profiles with evidence-based credentials.
Research and guides designed for long-term discovery.
Community-reviewed discussions and collaboration.

Community standards

Trust is earned through clarity and accountability.

Always include sources, certifications, and dates with claims.

Prefer collaboration and due diligence over promotion.

Publish reusable playbooks so expertise compounds.

For researchers, policy & media

TradeDB is a public workspace for evidence.

Publish datasets, market briefs, and regional dossiers with clear citations. Use your profile to connect with field partners who can validate or extend your findings.

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