What is the difference between mutual and unilateral non-disclosure agreement?

In a Unilateral Nondisclosure Agreement, only one party is disclosing confidential information to another party. In a Mutual Nondisclosure Agreement, both parties are sharing confidential information they want to protect. For example, two companies might be considering a joint venture.

What is a mutual NDA?

A non-disclosure agreement is a legally binding contract that establishes a confidential relationship. The party or parties signing the agreement agree that sensitive information they may obtain will not be made available to any others. In this case, it may be called a mutual non-disclosure agreement.

Does mutual NDA need to be signed by both parties?

A mutual confidentiality agreement is also sometimes called a mutual non-disclosure agreement. It is a legal document and contract that requires both parties that sign the agreement to not disclose any information protected by the agreement.

How long should NDA last?

The confidentiality obligations should not last any longer than the expected period for which confidentiality is really needed. Three years is typical; a confidentiality period of more than five years should be resisted (and may not be enforceable depending on what state law governs).

What is the difference between an NDA and a confidentiality agreement?

Non-disclosure agreements are used when the obligation to keep information secret is unilateral, while confidentiality agreements are used when multiple parties have to keep the multilateral exchange of secrets confidential.

What are the important clauses in a non disclosure agreement?

Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) are agreements signed between two entities in writing that confidential information is being passed from one entity/person/company to another, the nature of the information, the purpose and most importantly an undertaking from the person receiving the information not to reveal it to …