Mutual NDA
A mutual non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is a contract in which two or more parties each agree to keep the other's confidential information private and use it only for an agreed purpose. Use this when you and another company are about to share confidential information — pricing, product plans, customer data — while evaluating a potential deal, partnership, or vendor relationship, and both sides need protection, not just one.
What's included
A ready-to-use mutual nda with signature fields already placed for Party A and Party B. Fill in the bracketed details (like [Company Name] or [Date]) using Docracy's built-in text editor, then send it out for signature.
This is a general template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney to review it for your specific situation and jurisdiction before use.
Key clauses
- Definition of confidential information
- Obligations of both receiving parties
- Permitted use and exclusions from confidentiality
- Duration of confidentiality obligations
- Return or destruction of confidential materials
- Remedies for unauthorized disclosure
What you'll fill in
[Party A Name][Party B Name][Effective Date][Purpose of Disclosure][Confidentiality Term Length][Governing State/Jurisdiction][Signatory Titles]Legal summary
Signing a mutual NDA legally obligates each party to protect the other's designated confidential information from disclosure to third parties and to use it only for the stated business purpose. It typically remains in effect for a set period after signing, and breach can expose sensitive information or create liability, damages, or grounds for injunctive relief.
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FAQ
Is this Mutual NDA legally binding?
Signing through Docracy uses a simple electronic signature (SES), which is legally recognized for everyday business agreements under laws like the U.S. ESIGN Act and the EU's eIDAS regulation. This is a general template, not legal advice — for high-stakes or regulated agreements, have a qualified attorney review it for your situation.
Who needs to sign this Mutual NDA?
This template includes signature fields for Party A and Party B — already placed, so you just fill in the details and send.
Can I edit this Mutual NDA before sending it?
Yes — Docracy's editor lets you edit the text, add or remove signature fields, redact sections, and reorder pages before you send it.
Do I need an account to send this Mutual NDA?
No — it's free for up to 2 signers with no account required. Create a free account only if you want to save it to a dashboard or reuse it later.
Try it with an AI assistant
Paste one of these into ChatGPT, Claude, or your assistant of choice:
“Generate a filled Mutual NDA using this template for two startups discussing a potential partnership.”
“Explain what information this Mutual NDA does and doesn't cover before I share our product roadmap.”
“Compare this Mutual NDA's confidentiality term to typical terms used in early-stage vendor discussions.”
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