Business Template
Free One-Way NDA Template
A one-way NDA protects information flowing in one direction — from the disclosing party to the receiving party.
Template
Copy this markdown, replace the {{variables}}, and send via API.
# Non-Disclosure Agreement
**Disclosing Party:** {{discloserName}} ({{discloserEmail}})
**Receiving Party:** {{receiverName}} ({{receiverEmail}})
**Date:** {{date}}
## Purpose
The Disclosing Party wishes to share certain confidential information with the Receiving Party for the purpose of {{purpose}}.
## Confidential Information
All information shared by the Disclosing Party, whether written, oral, or electronic, shall be considered confidential.
## Obligations of Receiving Party
The Receiving Party agrees to:
- Maintain strict confidentiality
- Not disclose to any third party
- Use information only for the stated Purpose
- Return all materials upon request
## Duration
This obligation of confidentiality shall remain in effect for {{duration}}.
## Governing Law
Governed by the laws of {{jurisdiction}}.Send for e-signature
curl -X POST https://signb.ee/api/send \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"content": "YOUR_RENDERED_MARKDOWN",
"senderName": "Your Name",
"senderEmail": "you@company.com",
"recipientName": "Recipient",
"recipientEmail": "recipient@email.com"
}'What happens next
- Signbee converts the markdown to a professional PDF
- Recipient gets an email with a signing link
- Both parties sign with an animated handwriting signature
- Both receive the signed PDF with a SHA-256 certificate
All signatures are legally binding under the ESIGN Act, eIDAS, and ECA.
More details
A one-way NDA (unilateral NDA) protects information flowing in a single direction. The disclosing party shares confidential information; the receiving party agrees not to disclose, use, or exploit it beyond the stated purpose.
Common one-way NDA scenarios: - Hiring contractors or freelancers who will access proprietary systems - Pitching investors where you share financials but they don't share theirs - Engaging consultants for strategic advice on confidential matters - Sharing product roadmaps with potential partners for evaluation - Interviewing candidates who will see proprietary technology during the process
One-way vs mutual — choosing the right NDA: - One-way: Use when only YOU are sharing sensitive information. The other party has no confidential information to protect. - Mutual: Use when BOTH parties share sensitive information. Most business partnerships and joint ventures require mutual NDAs. - Rule of thumb: If there's any doubt, use a mutual NDA. It protects both sides and avoids disputes about which direction information flowed.
Enforceability tips: - Be specific about the purpose. 'Evaluating a potential business relationship' is sufficient; no purpose at all makes enforcement harder. - Include a return/destroy clause. When the relationship ends, all copies of confidential information should be returned or destroyed. - Keep the duration reasonable. 2-3 years is standard. Overly broad or indefinite terms may be struck down. - Define what isn't confidential. Standard exclusions (public knowledge, independent development, prior knowledge) are essential for enforceability.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use a one-way NDA instead of a mutual NDA?
Use a one-way NDA when only one party is sharing confidential information — for example, sharing your business plan with a consultant, or providing proprietary data to a contractor. If both parties are sharing, use a mutual NDA instead.
Is a one-way NDA legally enforceable?
Yes, provided it has reasonable terms: specific definition of confidential information, a stated purpose, a reasonable duration (typically 2-3 years), and consideration (something given in exchange, which is usually the business relationship itself).
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