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Create a free non-disclosure agreement in minutes. Pick a one-way or mutual NDA, name the parties and purpose, and download a clean PDF. Nothing leaves your browser.

Create a free non-disclosure agreement in minutes. Pick a one-way or mutual NDA, name the parties and purpose, and download a clean PDF. Nothing leaves your browser.

How the NDA works

  1. Name the disclosing party (the one sharing secrets) and the receiving party.
  2. Describe the purpose, such as evaluating a partnership or hiring a contractor.
  3. Pick one-way or mutual, and set a reasonable term in months.
  4. Download or print the signed PDF, then keep a copy for your records.

State notes

Rules for this document change from state to state. Choose your state in the form above, or read the short notes below for the states where this document is prepared most often.

California

California uses form REG 135 for vehicle bills of sale, signed by buyer and seller. A Los Angeles buyer submits it with the title to the DMV. A smog check usually accompanies the private sale.

Texas

Texas bills of sale should list the VIN, odometer, and sale price for the title. A Houston buyer submits it to the county tax office. Notarization is not mandatory.

Florida

Florida recommends a notarized vehicle bill of sale and a title transfer within 30 days. A Miami buyer files it with the county tax collector. The form sets the official sale date.

New York

New York uses form MV-912 for vehicle registration, and a notary is not mandatory. A Buffalo buyer submits the bill of sale with the title. The sale price supports tax.

One-way versus mutual

A one-way NDA protects only the discloser. A mutual NDA protects both sides, which fits two companies sharing information during early talks. Choose the form that matches who reveals material.

Employee and investor NDAs

Employee NDAs protect internal know-how. Investor NDAs let founders share financials while restricting later use. Both should name the exact material kept secret and the carve-outs for information already public.

Common uses

Sharing a product design

Two founders sign a mutual NDA before exchanging designs, with the clause expiring eighteen months after talks end and only the design files staying protected.

Hiring a contractor

A company asks a contractor to sign a one-way NDA so source code and roadmaps stay confidential during the engagement and afterward.

Pitching to investors

A startup uses an investor NDA when sharing unit economics, with explicit exceptions for information that becomes public through no fault of the founder.

Selling a business

Sellers and buyers sign a mutual NDA so customer lists and financials are protected through the due diligence period.

Important disclaimer

This is a free template for general informational use only. It is not legal advice, and it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary by state; have a licensed attorney in your state review any document before you sign it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is an NDA legally binding?

A signed NDA can be enforced like any contract, but only a court decides enforceability. Keep it specific about what counts as confidential.

What is the difference between a mutual and one-way NDA?

A one-way NDA protects only the disclosing party. A mutual NDA protects both sides, which is common when two companies share information.

Do I need a lawyer to use this NDA?

You can fill one in yourself for simple situations. For high-value or unusual deals, have a licensed attorney review it.

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