Non-Disclosure Agreement

A non-disclosure agreement (or NDA) is a contract between a group or individual wanting to protect sensitive information and an individual or group with access to that information. Other terms include non-disclosure contract and confidential disclosure agreement. The document restricts what information can be shared with others.

Examples of sensitive information that might be protected under an NDA include:

• Trade secrets
• Proprietary details (product or technology)
• Financial data
• Contact details
• Operational information
• Pricing strategies
• Marketing techniques/processes
• Negotiation discussions
• Intellectual property

This document should outline specifics of what data cannot be shared, as well as the duration of the agreement and any consequences for violation (such as taking legal action to recover damages).