What escrow is trying to solve
Escrow generally holds funds with an independent provider until agreed transaction conditions are met. This reduces the need for one party to fully trust the other with both money and assets at the same time.
Define the inspection and release conditions
Both sides should understand what triggers release, how long inspection lasts, which assets must transfer first and how disputes affect the funds.
Use Flippa itself to verify current listings, pricing and platform details.
Coordinate with the asset checklist
Domains, code, websites, inventory and accounts may transfer at different speeds. The payment workflow should match the real sequence rather than assuming every asset changes hands simultaneously.
Know the provider's role
An escrow provider generally does not perform business due diligence for you. Buyers still need to verify financial, operational and legal claims independently.
Platform options vary
Flippa currently references Escrow.com and FlippaPay/Trolley-based payment workflows in its help materials, with availability and conditions depending on transaction type and size. Verify the live options before relying on a specific method.
Use professional advice for complex closings
Large, cross-border or regulated transactions can involve tax, currency, sanctions, banking and legal requirements beyond a marketplace payment flow.
Sources & verification: Flippa payment options. Commercial platform details checked September 14, 2026; verify current terms before transacting.