Frequently Asked Questions

The duration of an NDA depends on your specific needs. Common durations range from 1-5 years, though some NDAs may be indefinite. Consider:

• Nature of information: Trade secrets may need longer protection than project-specific data
• Industry standards: Fast-moving industries (tech) often use shorter terms (1-3 years)
• Business relationship: Long-term partnerships may need longer protection (5 years or indefinite)
• Legal requirements: Some jurisdictions have maximum enforceability periods

We recommend discussing the appropriate duration with a legal professional for your specific situation.

While NDAForge provides professional templates, we strongly recommend having a lawyer review any NDA before signing, especially for:

• High-value transactions or partnerships
• Complex business relationships
• International agreements
• Situations involving significant intellectual property
• Industry-specific requirements (healthcare, finance, etc.)

A lawyer can ensure the NDA adequately protects your interests and is enforceable in your jurisdiction.

Yes! The generated PDF can be edited using PDF editing software like Adobe Acrobat, PDFescape, or similar tools. However, we recommend:

• Make changes in NDAForge before generating the final PDF to ensure proper formatting
• Save multiple versions in your document history
• Generate new PDFs with different terms as needed
• Keep track of which version was signed by the parties

Remember that any modifications should be initialed by all parties if made to a signed document.

An NDA becomes legally binding when:

1. All parties sign it with proper authorization
2. It meets contract requirements in your jurisdiction:
• Offer and acceptance
• Consideration (exchange of value)
• Legal purpose
• Competent parties
3. It complies with local laws and regulations

NDAForge templates are based on standard legal language used in the United States. However, enforceability depends on proper execution and compliance with your specific jurisdiction's laws. Consult a lawyer for important agreements.

Mutual NDA (Bilateral):
• Protects confidential information shared by both parties
• Common in partnerships, collaborations, joint ventures
• Both parties have equal obligations

One-Way NDA (Unilateral):
• Protects information disclosed by one party to another
• Common in employer-employee relationships, vendor agreements
• Only the receiving party has confidentiality obligations

Choose based on whether both parties will be sharing confidential information.

NDAForge offers multiple ways to save your NDAs:

1. Document History: Automatically saved when you generate a PDF
2. Download PDF: Save to your computer or cloud storage
3. Share Configuration: Generate a URL to recreate the NDA later
4. Browser Auto-Save: Form data is automatically saved every 30 seconds while editing

All data is stored locally in your browser - we never store your confidential information on our servers.

If a party breaches an NDA, the injured party may:

1. Seek injunctive relief: Court order to stop further disclosure
2. Sue for damages: Compensation for losses caused by the breach
3. Request specific performance: Force compliance with the agreement
4. Claim attorney fees: If included in the NDA (optional clause)

The specific remedies depend on:
• Terms of the NDA
• Severity of the breach
• Actual damages incurred
• Jurisdiction and applicable laws

Document any breaches immediately and consult with a lawyer.

It depends on how the NDA is written:

General NDA: Can cover multiple projects if it broadly defines confidential information

Project-Specific NDA: Limited to a particular project or time period

Best practices:
• Create a master NDA for ongoing business relationships
• Use project-specific NDAs for discrete engagements
• Update and renew NDAs periodically
• Use NDAForge's party templates to quickly generate new NDAs with the same parties

Consider having separate NDAs for significantly different types of projects or information.

Yes! NDAForge is fully responsive and works on:

• Smartphones (iOS and Android)
• Tablets (iPad, Android tablets)
• Desktop computers (Windows, Mac, Linux)
• All modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

Features available on mobile:
✓ Fill out forms with touch-optimized inputs
✓ Generate and download PDFs
✓ Access document history
✓ Share configurations via URL

For the best experience filling out longer forms, we recommend using a desktop or tablet.

NDAs can be used internationally, but enforceability varies:

Key considerations:
• Governing law clause: Specifies which country's laws apply
• Jurisdiction clause: Determines where disputes are resolved
• Language: May need translation for non-English speaking parties
• Cultural differences: Business practices vary by country

Recommendations:
• Consult with lawyers in both jurisdictions
• Consider international arbitration clauses
• Be aware of conflicting laws between countries
• Ensure the NDA complies with local regulations (GDPR in EU, etc.)

For cross-border agreements, professional legal review is especially important.

NDAs should NOT protect:

Excluded Information:
• Information already publicly available
• Information independently developed without using confidential data
• Information already known to the receiving party
• Information lawfully obtained from third parties
• Information disclosed by law (subpoenas, regulatory requirements)

Never include:
• Personal identifying information (Social Security numbers, etc.)
• Information about illegal activities
• Overly broad or vague definitions that may be unenforceable

NDAForge templates include standard exclusions. Review these carefully and customize as needed.

NDAForge offers several sharing options:

1. Share Configuration URL:
• Generates a link with pre-filled form data
• Other party can review and download the same NDA
• No personal data stored on servers

2. Download and Email PDF:
• Generate the PDF
• Send via secure email
• Use encryption for sensitive information

3. Print and Deliver:
• Print physical copies
• Deliver in person or via courier
• Recommended for high-security situations

Security tip: Always use secure methods (encrypted email, secure file sharing) when transmitting confidential documents.