How it works
Get started with just five simple steps.
Build your list
Browse and select from the available criteria to create your targeted prospect list.
Count your prospects
Run a count to see how many potential customers match your chosen criteria.
Order credits
Top up your account with prepaid credits. Credits are valid for 12 months, so buy in bulk to save.
Order your list
Choose the usage and information required, confirm your order, and pay using your credits.
Download
Once processed, download your list in CSV or TXT format, compatible with most systems.
Why Prospect Download Business?
Availability
Our portal is accessible 24/7, allowing you to purchase and download business lists whenever it suits you. Whether day or night, you’ll always have access to our platform for fast and efficient list building.
Regular cleaning
Our B2B database is fully refreshed every month, ensuring you have access to new and updated data. We also conduct daily checks against the Corporate and Telephone Preference Service to maintain the highest quality data.
Convenient
Enjoy a seamless experience from start to finish – no brokers, no salespeople. Our user-friendly platform puts you in control, saving you time with a simple, efficient process that lets you focus on what matters.
Easy access
Gain instant access to millions of UK business records, fully compliant with the UK’s GDPR processing rules.
Quality data
Reliable data from top sources, providing comprehensive coverage of all limited companies, public limited companies, and the non-corporate sector.
No minimum order
Affordable prices with no minimum order – plus, as a new user, claim 25 free credits to get started.
A wealth of selections
Use postcode radius and mapping tools to pinpoint your catchment area, then filter by business size, contact name, email address, telephone number, and more.
Easy access to compliant B2B data
You know what you need to say to your prospects – but how do you find them? With Prospect Download Business, you gain access to a comprehensive database of over 5 million actively trading UK business records.
Do you need to filter by business size, location, contact name, telephone number, or email address? These search criteria, along with many others, are at your fingertips. Run your own counts, and when you’re satisfied, simply purchase and download your data securely online. Not ready to buy yet? No problem – save your selection criteria for later.
Prospect Download Business operates on a prepaid credits system, giving you the flexibility to purchase credits in bulk and draw from them as needed. Credits are valid for 12 months, ensuring you can order data whenever required without needing to enter payment details each time. Bulk purchasing also offers a lower cost per record, making it a cost-effective solution for ongoing campaigns.
FAQs
Prospect Download Business is a pay-as-you-go B2B list-building service. Easily create targeted business lists and download specific B2B data for direct mail, telemarketing, and email campaigns—all at an affordable price.
1. Build your list with a wide range of selection criteria.
2. Run a count to determine how many potential customers match your chosen criteria.
3. Order your list and complete your purchase using credits.
4. Once standard compliance checks are completed, securely download your data.
A wide range of B2B marketing data is available, including:
– Postal address (standard): Reach businesses through direct mail.
– Telephone number (available for some records): Connect directly with key contacts.
– Email address (available for some records): Expand your reach via email marketing.
You can refine and target your lists using various selection criteria, such as business type, size, location, and more.
- Targeted Data: Build highly targeted B2B mailing lists to reach your ideal customer segments.
- Pay-as-you-go: Enjoy the flexibility of purchasing only the data you need.
- No Hassle: Avoid brokers and salespeople for a straightforward, user-friendly experience.
- 24/7 Access: Build and download lists at your convenience, any time.
Compliance Guaranteed: Access accurate and GDPR-compliant data.
Prospect Download Business is offered by Selectabase, a leading independent direct marketing provider in the UK and a member of the Direct Marketing Association.
The data is primarily sourced from Experian’s market-leading Business Database, compiled from reliable and legitimate sources such as Companies House and business directories.
The Prospect Download Database is completely rebuilt with fresh, updated data every month. We recommend cleaning your list if it’s not used within 28 days. Our list cleaning services ensure optimal data accuracy.
Prospect Download Business offers free counts! Simply register (at no cost) and log in to conduct searches using a wide range of selection criteria. This allows you to see how many potential customers meet your chosen criteria before purchasing any data.
No, the registration information you provide will not be shared with any third parties or used for any purpose beyond managing your account with Selectabase. You may receive marketing updates from Selectabase via email or post, but you will always have the option to opt out of these communications.
Prospect Download Business offers a comprehensive range of search criteria to help you build highly targeted B2B lists. You can select based on:
- Location: UK postcodes at area, district, and sector levels.
- Contact details: Job function, industry categories.
- Business details: Number of employees, annual turnover, head office or branch status, legal status, age of business, and much more!
Visit the list builder page for a complete overview of all available criteria.
The Prospect Download Business database is regularly updated with fresh data. As a result, a previously saved search may now return different quantities. When you order a saved search, you’ll automatically receive the latest data count.
Yes! While building your list, simply click “Save Search” on the Build Your List page, either before or after running a count. This allows you to save your selection criteria with a unique name for easy future reference.
The cost of your B2B data depends on the number of records you require and the specific data fields you choose to include. The cost will be clearly displayed in credits when you run a count for your desired list criteria.
The standard data fields provided include:
- Trading Name at Location
- Full Address (up to 4 lines)
- Town
- County
- Postcode
Optionally, you can also include (where available):
- Telephone Number
- Email Address
- Industry Type
- Contact Name
- Additional data fields (see website for full list)
Not if you don’t want to. You can use the “Previous Orders to Exclude” option while building your list to ensure you reach fresh audiences. This allows you to exclude previously ordered data or upload your own lists for suppression.
Yes, simply select the industry option within the list builder. To view a list of preselected industries, click here.
You can order anywhere from 1 record up to a maximum of 50,000 records per purchase. For larger quantities, please contact Selectabase directly.
Absolutely! You can purchase the number of credits that fits your budget. After running a count, you can select a smaller quantity from the available results, and the cost in credits will automatically adjust based on your selection. This order can also be excluded from previous orders using the same search criteria.
Payment is made using prepaid credits.
Credits are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, allowing you to draw down data as needed. With credits, you can order data without entering payment details each time. Buying credits in bulk also reduces the cost per record.
You can purchase credits in advance using a payment card. If you prefer to pay by bank transfer, please contact a member of our team.
For card payments, ensure you provide the correct billing address associated with your card to avoid delays due to fraud prevention measures.
While data processing typically takes only a few minutes, please allow approximately one working day for Selectabase to conduct compliance and verification checks. These checks include:
- Industry verification (especially for Financial Services)
- Confirmation of your ICO registration for data handling
- Review of your selection criteria
Marketing campaign and material verification
If these checks have already been completed, your data will be available immediately. Upon approval, you’ll receive a notification email with instructions to securely download your data.
In rare cases, your order may not be approved due to non-compliance. You will be notified promptly, and any used credits will be refunded.
Your data will be delivered as a downloadable CSV file, compatible with Microsoft Excel and most spreadsheet applications. You can securely download it directly to your computer.
Yes! You can reach the Selectabase customer service team by calling 01304 383838. We’re here to assist with any questions you may have.
You can use your downloaded list for various marketing activities, including:
- Marketing campaigns: Reach new audiences for promotional offers or product launches.
- Market research: Conduct surveys or gather insights from potential customers.
- Mail order campaigns: Send targeted mailers to promote your products or services.
- Telemarketing campaigns: Contact businesses directly (if telephone numbers are included).
- Email marketing campaigns: Reach potential customers through targeted email campaigns (if email addresses are included).
Please note that all data is checked against the Corporate Telephone and Telephone Preference Service (CTPS and TPS) registers before being provided, ensuring compliance with telemarketing regulations.
Remember to agree to the standard terms and conditions before placing your order.
When purchasing your list, you can choose between:
- Single usage within 3 months: Ideal for one-time campaigns.
- Multiple usage within 12 months: Allows for repeated outreach within a year.
To comply with GDPR regulations, it’s crucial to maintain data freshness. Prospect Download is updated monthly with fresh data. Therefore, for multiple usage licenses, you must re-download the list before each campaign to ensure you’re contacting valid records. Only currently active records will be included in the updated list.
Start building your list today!
Ready to build your customised business list? Get started now, and if you’re new, register to receive 25 free credits in your account. Already registered? Log in and continue building your perfect list.