One-Way Non-Disclosure Agreement Template
A one-way non-disclosure agreement protects confidential information disclosed by a single party. Use it when only you are sharing sensitive information, for example, when pitching an idea, hiring a contractor, or onboarding a service provider who will see your data.
- Pitching a product or idea to a potential partner or investor
- Onboarding a contractor or agency that will access your information
- Sharing financials or roadmaps with a single recipient
- Disclosing trade secrets to a manufacturer or supplier
What a good one-way nda contains
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Disclosing and receiving parties
Clearly identifies who shares information and who must protect it.
Definition of confidential information
Defines the protected information and excludes public or independently known material.
Receiving party obligations
The recipient must keep information confidential and use it only for the agreed purpose.
Return or destruction
What the recipient must do with the information when the relationship ends.
Term and survival
How long the confidentiality duty lasts after disclosure.
Frequently asked questions
What is a one-way NDA?
A one-way NDA, also called a unilateral NDA, protects information disclosed by one party only. The receiving party agrees to keep it confidential, but discloses nothing itself.
Is a one-way NDA legally binding?
Yes. A properly drafted one-way NDA, signed by both parties, is a binding contract. Its enforceability depends on clear definitions and a reasonable scope and term.
Can a one-way NDA become mutual later?
Yes. If the other party later needs to share information too, you can sign a separate mutual NDA or amend the existing one.
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