KLDiscovery franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The KLDiscovery franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $64,475 to $443,125, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the KLDiscovery FDD.
What are the KLDiscovery franchise fees and investment?
The KLDiscovery franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $64,475 to $443,125. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $64,475 to $443,125 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Other Franchise Businesses (Online & Technology) |
| Headquarters | Eden Prairie, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2022 |
| Franchising since | 2023 |
How does the KLDiscovery investment compare with other other franchise businesses franchises?
KLDiscovery's minimum investment of $64,475 is at or below the median minimum investment of $119,000 across the 198 other franchise businesses franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 153 of the other 197 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $50,000 compares with an industry median of $39,500.
What should you verify in the KLDiscovery FDD?
Verify six parts of the KLDiscovery Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether KLDiscovery discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to KLDiscovery?
These other franchise businesses franchises have the closest minimum investment to KLDiscovery:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Shrunk 3D | $49,900 | $62,645 to $100,500 |
| Mobiledumps | $30,000 to $40,000 | $61,640 to $220,100 |
| Nailed It | $23,500 | $61,500 to $139,000 |
| Website Closers | $50,000 | $67,700 to $112,600 |
| Leafs of Three | $10,000 | $68,200 to $147,450 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a KLDiscovery franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a KLDiscovery franchise ranges from $64,475 to $443,125, including a franchise fee of $50,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a KLDiscovery franchise?
KLDiscovery lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many KLDiscovery locations are there?
A current US unit count for KLDiscovery is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has KLDiscovery been franchising?
KLDiscovery started offering franchises in 2023 after the company was founded in 2022.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. KLDiscovery and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by KLDiscovery. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.