NDA / confidentiality agreement
NDA / confidentiality agreement

NDA / confidentiality agreement

Cover your scope, payment terms, IP ownership, and deliverables — all in one document. Written in plain English for Australian freelancers and creatives. Customise it for your business, then send it for signing.

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Australian English

Australian English

Last updated:

19 Feb 2026

What is an NDA?

An NDA (non-disclosure agreement) is a contract that keeps sensitive information private between two parties. It's sometimes called a confidentiality agreement - same thing, different name.

As a freelancer, you'll run into two situations where you need one. First, when a client shares sensitive business info with you. Second, when you're sharing your own ideas or concepts with a potential client before they've committed.

When should you use one?

Before sharing anything you wouldn't want made public - pitching creative concepts, accessing client systems, collaborating with other freelancers, or discussing a business idea with a potential partner.

What's included

Definition of confidential information - clearly spells out what counts as confidential. Vague definitions lead to disputes.

Obligations of both parties - what each person must do (and not do) with the information they receive.

Exclusions - what's not covered. Information that's already public, independently developed, or required by law to be disclosed.

Duration - how long the confidentiality obligation lasts. Typically 2-3 years for freelance work.

Consequences of breach - what happens if someone breaks the agreement, including the right to seek legal remedies.

Signatures - space for both parties. Valid under Australian law when signed electronically.