Protect Your Ideas
Before the First Meeting
A clean, mutual non-disclosure agreement for developers, designers, and freelancers starting a new client engagement. No bloat, no legalese walls.
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Mutual Obligations
Both parties are bound equally: neither side can disclose the other's confidential information without consent.
Defined Scope
You specify exactly what counts as confidential: project scope, pricing, source code, client lists, and more.
Your Governing State
Choose the U.S. state whose laws govern the agreement: no generic boilerplate with the wrong jurisdiction.
When to use this NDA
Before sharing a project brief or proposal with a prospective client
When onboarding a new client who will see your internal processes or pricing
Starting a subcontractor relationship where both parties share sensitive work
Early-stage collaboration where product ideas or code will be exchanged
Any freelance engagement where you want mutual protection from day one
Frequently asked questions
Do both parties have to sign an NDA?▾
Yes, for a mutual NDA to be binding, both parties must sign. The agreement creates reciprocal confidentiality obligations, meaning both sides are equally bound not to disclose the other's information.
How long does an NDA last?▾
You specify the duration when creating the agreement, common terms are one to three years. Some clauses (like trade secret protection) can be indefinite. Your NDA will clearly state the expiration date and any surviving obligations.
Can I enforce an NDA against a freelancer or client in another state?▾
Yes. The NDA specifies a governing state and venue for disputes. Courts in that state will apply their contract law to enforce the agreement, regardless of where the other party is located.
Is this NDA enforceable without a lawyer?▾
A properly drafted and signed NDA is enforceable without attorney involvement. Courts look at whether the agreement clearly defines confidential information, obligations, duration, and jurisdiction, all of which this document covers.
kweldoc documents are drafting tools, not legal advice. Both parties should review any agreement before signing. Consult a qualified attorney for complex or high-value engagements. kweldoc is not a law firm.