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NDA Email Templates

Professional, copy-paste email templates for requesting NDA signatures from developers, contractors, agencies, and technology partners.

Contractor & Freelancer NDAs

Initial NDA Request - Developer
Contractor
Tips
  • Attach the NDA as a PDF for easy signing
  • Mention it's mutual to reduce resistance
  • Set a soft deadline if timeline is critical
Repository Access Request
Contractor
Tips
  • Use our Source Code NDA for repository access
  • Always specify the access scope and expiration date
  • Require individual SSH keys - no shared credentials

Integration & API Partners

API Partnership Discussion
Partner
Tips
API Credentials Sharing
Partner
Tips
  • Never send credentials in the same email as documentation
  • Use a secure credential sharing service (1Password, Vault, etc.)
  • See our Credential Access NDA for additional protections

Investor & Due Diligence

Technical Due Diligence NDA
Investor
Tips
  • Mention previous investors who signed - creates social proof
  • Consider a virtual data room rather than direct code access
  • Include standstill provisions if this is M&A due diligence

Development Agencies

Agency Team NDA
Agency
Tips
  • Always require individual NDAs, not just agency-level agreements
  • Maintain a list of all individuals with access for revocation purposes
  • Use our Access Revocation Checklist at project end

Follow-ups & Reminders

Gentle NDA Reminder
Follow-up
Final NDA Reminder
Follow-up

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Email Best Practices

  • Send NDA first. Never share confidential information before receiving the signed agreement.
  • Use e-signature. DocuSign, HelloSign, or similar tools speed up the process significantly.
  • Attach as PDF. Prevents accidental edits and displays consistently across devices.
  • Explain the scope. People sign faster when they understand what's being protected.
  • Offer to discuss. Showing flexibility reduces resistance to signing.
  • Set soft deadlines. Creates urgency without being aggressive.
  • Follow up promptly. Send a reminder after 3-5 business days.
  • Track signatures. Maintain a log of who signed, when, and what version.