Free NDA Generator (Non-Disclosure Agreement)
A non-disclosure agreement protects the confidential information you share before a deal, hire or partnership is formalised. This generator produces a clean, ready-to-sign NDA — mutual or one-way — with the standard confidentiality obligations, permitted exclusions and governing law clauses.
MUTUAL NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT
Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general template and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation and jurisdiction.
About the NDA Generator
Mutual vs one-way NDA
A one-way NDA protects only one side's information — typically used when a company shares plans with a contractor or candidate. A mutual NDA protects both sides — the default when two businesses are exploring a partnership, acquisition or joint venture. Pick mutual unless you are certain only one party will share sensitive information.
What every NDA should cover
Definition of confidential information, permitted uses, standard exclusions (public info, prior knowledge, independently developed, lawfully required to disclose), the confidentiality period, return or destruction of materials, remedies for breach, and governing law. Missing any of these makes the NDA hard to enforce.
Choosing a term
Two to five years is standard for commercial NDAs; trade secrets and technology can justify longer or perpetual protection. Set the term to match how long the information will realistically remain sensitive — an unrealistically long term is a common reason NDAs get pushed back during negotiation.
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