NDA Generator.
A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is a contract in which one or both parties promise to keep shared information confidential and use it only for an agreed purpose. Choose mutual or one-way, enter the parties, purpose, term and governing law, and this tool writes a plain-English NDA to print, save as a PDF or copy.
Runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded. Choose A4 or US Letter in the print dialog. This is a general template, not legal advice; have a lawyer review it for your situation.
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Start freeNDA Generator is a free online tool from Neweb (neweb.ai) for small businesses, with no sign-up. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is a contract in which one or both parties promise to keep shared information confidential and use it only for an agreed purpose. Choose mutual or one-way, enter the parties, purpose, term and governing law, and this tool writes a plain-English NDA to print, save as a PDF or copy.
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What you'll get.
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Before you show a potential partner your customer list, send a freelancer your product plans or let an investor see your numbers, it is normal to agree in writing that the information stays private. That written agreement is a non-disclosure agreement, also called a confidentiality agreement.
This generator produces a short, readable NDA in two forms. A mutual NDA protects both sides when each will share information. A one-way NDA protects one party, the discloser, when only that party is sharing. In both, you set the purpose, give examples of what is confidential, choose how long the duty lasts and type the governing law yourself, so the template is not tied to any one country.
The tool is free, needs no sign-up and runs in your browser, so nothing you type is uploaded. It comes from Neweb, the AI website builder for small businesses, which has a free plan and paid plans from $9/month billed yearly ($19 month-to-month). An NDA covers what you share privately; what you publish on your website is public, so keep the two separate.
How to use the nda generator
Choose mutual if both sides will share information, or one-way and say which party is disclosing.
Enter the names of both parties as they should appear in the agreement, with addresses if you have them.
Describe the purpose in one phrase, for example "evaluating a possible supply agreement".
Edit the examples of confidential information so they match what you will actually share.
Set the effective date, how long confidentiality lasts and the governing law.
Click Preview NDA, read every clause, then print, save as PDF or copy the text. Have a lawyer review it before signing.
Why this matters for your business
It sets expectations before anything is shared. Most leaks are careless rather than malicious. A signed NDA makes the other side think about who sees your information and what they do with it.
It gives you something to rely on. If information is misused, a written agreement that defines what was confidential and what the other party promised is far stronger than an understanding.
What an NDA should include, and why
- The parties. The exact legal names of the people or companies bound by it.
- The purpose. The recipient may use the information only for this, so describe it precisely.
- A definition of confidential information. Broad enough to cover what you share, with examples so there is no doubt.
- Exclusions. Information that is already public, already known, independently developed or lawfully received from someone else is normally carved out, as is disclosure required by law.
- The recipient’s obligations. Use only for the purpose, keep it secure and share only with people who need it.
- The term. How long the duty lasts. A fixed number of years is common; longer or open-ended terms suit information that stays sensitive.
- Return of materials. What happens to documents and copies when the discussions end.
- Governing law. Which country’s or state’s law applies if there is a dispute.
Mutual or one-way?
Use a mutual NDA for partnerships, joint projects and negotiations where both sides open their books. Use a one-way NDA when only you are disclosing, for example to a contractor, a supplier quoting for work or a prospective buyer. If you are hiring a freelancer, the independent contractor agreement generator includes a confidentiality clause, and an NDA can cover the conversations before that contract is signed.
Tips for better results
- Use full legal names: the registered company name, or an individual’s full name.
- Keep the purpose narrow. "Evaluating a possible distribution agreement" is better than "business discussions".
- Mark documents "Confidential" when you share them, and confirm spoken disclosures in a follow-up email.
- Share only what the other party needs for the purpose, even after the NDA is signed.
- An NDA cannot lawfully stop someone reporting wrongdoing to the authorities, and many places limit what it can cover. A lawyer can tell you what applies to you.
Example
A real-world walkthrough
Brightwell Analytics Ltd in Leeds is talking to Jonas Weber, a freelance developer in Hamburg, about building a reporting tool. Both will share information: Brightwell its data model and Jonas his existing code. They choose a mutual NDA, set the purpose to "evaluating a possible software development project", keep the default examples, choose a 3-year term and enter "England and Wales" as the governing law.
The tool produces a ten-section agreement that names both parties, defines confidential information, lists the standard exclusions and ends with a signature block for each side. They ask Brightwell’s solicitor to check it, sign it and then exchange documents.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a mutual and a one-way NDA?
In a one-way (unilateral) NDA only one party discloses information and only the other party is bound to keep it confidential. In a mutual NDA both parties disclose and both are bound. Choose mutual when information flows in both directions, which is common in partnerships and negotiations.
Is an NDA from a template legally binding?
A signed NDA is generally intended to be a binding contract, and a clear template is a reasonable starting point. Whether a particular clause is enforceable depends on the law that governs it and on the facts, and courts in many places will not enforce terms that are too broad or that try to cover information which is not really confidential. That is why this page says to have a lawyer review it. This tool does not give legal advice.
How long should an NDA last?
Common terms are between one and five years, and the right length depends on how long the information will stay commercially sensitive. For information that keeps its value for as long as it is secret, you can choose the open-ended option, which ties the obligation to the information remaining confidential. Very long or unlimited terms may be harder to enforce in some places.
What information is not covered by an NDA?
NDAs normally exclude information that is already public, that the recipient already knew, that the recipient develops independently or that it lawfully receives from someone else. They also allow disclosure that is required by law or by a court. This template contains those exclusions in section 3.
What should I enter for governing law?
Enter the country, state or province whose law you want to apply, for example "England and Wales", "the State of California" or "Singapore". It is usually where you are based or where the main party is. If the parties are in different countries, this is one of the points worth asking a lawyer about.
Do both parties need to sign?
Yes. The agreement has a signature block for each party. If a party is a company, the person signing should have authority to sign for it and should add their name and title. Keep a signed copy each.
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