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Free NDA Template 2026 — Ready to Sign Online

A free, standard Non-Disclosure Agreement template you can use immediately. Copy the template below, fill in the blanks, and send for e-signature in minutes.

How to use this template: Copy the NDA below, paste it into Writ (QuikDB), fill in the highlighted fields, add a signature field, and send it to your counterpart. Total time: under 5 minutes.

When Do You Need an NDA?

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (also called a Confidentiality Agreement) is appropriate whenever you're sharing sensitive business information with someone who isn't already bound by an employment or contractor agreement. Common use cases:

  • Discussing a business idea with a potential co-founder or investor
  • Sharing product details with a freelancer or contractor
  • Starting a partnership conversation
  • Client onboarding where you share proprietary processes
  • Hiring discussions where salary ranges and strategies are disclosed

One-Way NDA vs Mutual NDA

A one-way NDA protects only one party's information — used when you're sharing secrets with someone (e.g., a contractor) who has nothing confidential to share back.

A mutual NDA protects both parties — used when two companies are exploring a partnership and both will share sensitive information.

The template below is a mutual NDA. To make it one-way, remove references to "Disclosing Party" as a variable role and assign it to one specific party.

Free Mutual NDA Template

MUTUAL NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT

This Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of [DATE], by and between:

[PARTY A NAME], a [entity type, e.g., sole proprietor / LLC / corporation] with its principal place of business at [ADDRESS] ("Party A"); and

[PARTY B NAME], a [entity type] with its principal place of business at [ADDRESS] ("Party B").

Collectively referred to herein as the "Parties."

1. Purpose. The Parties wish to explore a potential business relationship regarding [BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE, e.g., a software development partnership] (the "Purpose"). In connection with the Purpose, each Party may disclose certain confidential information to the other.

2. Confidential Information. "Confidential Information" means any non-public information disclosed by either Party that is designated as confidential or that reasonably should be understood to be confidential given the nature of the information, including but not limited to business plans, technical data, financial information, and customer lists.

3. Obligations. Each Party agrees to: (a) hold the other Party's Confidential Information in strict confidence; (b) not disclose such information to any third party without the prior written consent of the disclosing Party; and (c) use the Confidential Information solely for the Purpose described above.

4. Exclusions. These obligations do not apply to information that: (a) is or becomes publicly known through no breach of this Agreement; (b) was rightfully known to the receiving Party before disclosure; or (c) is required to be disclosed by law or court order, provided the receiving Party gives prompt written notice to allow the disclosing Party to seek a protective order.

5. Term. This Agreement shall remain in effect for [DURATION, e.g., 2 years] from the date first written above, unless earlier terminated by mutual written agreement.

6. Return of Information. Upon request by the disclosing Party, the receiving Party shall promptly return or destroy all Confidential Information and any copies thereof.

7. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [STATE/COUNTRY], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

8. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

PARTY A

Signature: ___________________

Printed Name: ___________________

Title: ___________________

Date: ___________________

PARTY B

Signature: ___________________

Printed Name: ___________________

Title: ___________________

Date: ___________________

How to Send This NDA for E-Signature

  1. Sign up at Writ (QuikDB) — plans start at $9.99/month or $29.99 lifetime.
  2. Create a new document and paste the NDA text above.
  3. Fill in the blanks — replace all text in [BRACKETS] with your actual information.
  4. Add signature fields — drag a Signature field and a Date field onto each party's signature block.
  5. Send for signature — enter your counterpart's email and click Send.
  6. Both parties sign — each receives an email with a secure link. No account required to sign.

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Important Disclaimer

This template is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For high-stakes agreements (acquisition discussions, major partnerships, sensitive IP), consult a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction.

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