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Brand & Performance Marketing
Intent Data
Signals that show a person or company is researching a purchase.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Intent data is information showing that a person or company is researching a purchase. First-party intent comes from a company's own website and content, while third-party intent is gathered across publisher networks and review sites. B2B marketers use it to prioritize accounts, time outreach, and tailor messaging to active buying interest.