About This Template
This Non-Disclosure Agreement template has been professionally drafted to help protect confidential information when it needs to be shared with another party. It establishes a legally binding obligation for the recipient to maintain the confidentiality of the disclosed information.
When To Use This Template
Use this template when you need to share sensitive or confidential information with another party and want legal protection against unauthorised disclosure. Common situations include:
- Business negotiations and partnerships
- Employment relationships
- Contractor or consultant engagements
- Investor presentations
- Product or service development
- Licensing discussions
What's Included
- Details of all parties (disclosing and receiving parties)
- Definition of confidential information
- Scope of confidentiality obligations
- Permitted uses of the confidential information
- Exclusions from confidential information
- Term and duration of confidentiality obligations
- Return or destruction of confidential information
- Remedies for breach
- Governing law and jurisdiction
How To Use This Template
Download the template in your preferred format (PDF or Word). For customisation, use the Word version and fill in all required information. Alternatively, use our online customisation tool before downloading to create a personalised version.
Once completed, the agreement should be printed and signed by all parties. Each party should receive a copy of the signed agreement.
Legal Considerations
This template is designed to comply with current UK laws regarding confidentiality and intellectual property, but laws vary by location and change over time. We recommend reviewing the agreement to ensure it meets your specific needs and complies with local regulations.
Key legal considerations include:
- Ensuring the definition of confidential information is appropriate for your needs
- Setting a reasonable duration for confidentiality obligations
- Including appropriate remedies for breach
- Specifying the governing law and jurisdiction
- Considering whether a one-way or mutual NDA is more appropriate