Free Contract Templates

The core freelance contract that defines the work, the pay, the timeline, and who owns what at the end. Every freelancer should have one of these signed before starting any project.

Establishes that you are working as an independent contractor, not an employee. This distinction matters enormously for taxes, benefits, and legal liability. Protects both you and your client.

A detailed breakdown of exactly what you will deliver, by when, and for how much. Prevents scope creep — the silent killer of freelance projects — by making the boundaries of the work crystal clear upfront.

A formal job offer that outlines the position, salary, start date, and key conditions of employment. Sent before the employment agreement, it sets the stage for what both sides are agreeing to.

The full formal contract between an employer and employee. Covers compensation, duties, confidentiality, termination conditions, and intellectual property ownership. More detailed than an offer letter.

Both parties agree to protect each other's confidential information. Used when two businesses are exploring a partnership or deal where sensitive information flows in both directions.

Only one party shares confidential information. Used when a business shares proprietary information with a contractor, vendor, or potential investor who is not sharing anything sensitive in return.

Protects company secrets when hiring employees. Covers trade secrets, customer lists, product plans, and financial information. Should be signed on day one, before the employee learns anything confidential.

For professionals hired to provide expert advice or specialized skills. Covers the engagement scope, fees, confidentiality, and IP ownership. Differs from a freelance agreement in that it focuses on advice rather than deliverables.

A non-disclosure agreement tailored for the freelance and contracting context. Signed before work begins, it protects the client's confidential information, trade secrets, and business strategies from disclosure to competitors or the public during and after the engagement.