# Fallback data provider

DIVA Protocol incorporates a fallback data provider that steps in and provides a value if the primary data provider fails to submit within the 7-day submission period. The fallback data provider is granted a **10-day window following the submission period** to report a value.

* The fallback data provider can decide whether to submit a value or not. The fallback provider may not report if:
  * Markets are associated with unethical events such as the death of someone.
  * The collateral token is useful and would not justify the costs for reporting.
* Values submitted by the fallback provider **cannot be challenged** by position token holders.

During the initial phase of the protocol, the fallback provider will be a Multisig entity owned by early contributors to the DIVA Protocol. However, the long-term goal is to transition to a decentralized oracle solution like [Tellor Protocol](https://tellor.io/).