Help:Buying Wikipedia
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Howdy! Are you a government sick and tired of being described as a state sponsor of terrorism? Or an autocratic regime that wishes a few pesky articles would just go away? How about a multinational corporation that could use some nifty advertising? Well, you've come to the right place! As of November 12, 2002, Wikipedia is officially FOR SALE!
That's right! All 0 articles on English Wikipedia (including this one) could be yours to do with as you please. You could delete rival products, win presidential elections, change national borders, anything at all!
$600,583.92
If this sounds expensive, we suggest you purchase immediately, as the price is only going to go up. Don't delay; pay today! Follow these instructions to complete the payment. After these simple steps, it's all yours!
Frequently asked questions
Q: Why are you selling Wikipedia?
A: Someone told us that we're mean bullies for deleting their page. That hurt our feelings, so we're passing on the problem to someone else.
Q: Who can buy it?
A: Anyone! Whether you're an insanely wealthy stock broker with $60,583.92 spare cash on hand or a lowly peasant with $60,583.92 spare cash on hand, we won't discriminate.
Q: What can I do once I own it?
A: Anything you want, so long as you don't delete the main page.
Q: Won't this sale rob the project of its credibility, its main asset, effectively rendering it worthless?
A: Don't worry about that ;)
Q: Why is it so expensive?
A: Use taxes, we think.
Q: What are you going to do with the money?
A: Very important business and philanthropic stuff, and also buy Jimmy Wales an ivory backscratcher.
Q: Are the contributors included?
A: No.