Remote Work Policy
A remote work policy is a written document outlining an employer's expectations and rules for employees who work outside a traditional office setting. Use this when you have employees working remotely (full-time, hybrid, or occasional) and want a signed record that they've read and agreed to your expectations around availability, security, and equipment.
What's included
A ready-to-use remote work policy with signature fields already placed for Employee. 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
- Eligibility and work hours expectations
- Availability and communication requirements
- Equipment and technology provisions
- Data security and confidentiality practices
- Workspace and safety expectations
- Acknowledgment of policy compliance
What you'll fill in
[Employee Name][Company Name][Effective Date][Core Work Hours][Approved Remote Work Location][Equipment Provided][Manager/Supervisor Name]Legal summary
Signing this policy creates a documented record that the employee has read and agreed to the employer's expectations for remote work, including availability, security, and equipment use. It does not itself create new employment terms, but a signed acknowledgment can support the employer's ability to enforce these expectations and address violations.
Free for up to 2 signers, no account required. Need unlimited? Flat $10/month.
FAQ
Is this Remote Work Policy 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 Remote Work Policy?
This template includes signature fields for Employee — already placed, so you just fill in the details and send.
Can I edit this Remote Work Policy 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 Remote Work Policy?
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 Remote Work Policy for a 20-person hybrid company.”
“Suggest security clauses to add to this Remote Work Policy for employees handling customer data.”
“Explain what obligations this Remote Work Policy creates for employees working from home.”
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Free for up to 2 signers, no account required. Need unlimited? Flat $10/month.