Data contract templates
Data contract templates for every stage of a deal, written in plain English with each clause explained and a free PDF download.
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Which document, in which order
| When | Document | Signed by |
|---|---|---|
| Before you introduce anyone | Broker, commission or finder's fee agreement | Broker and seller |
| Before samples change hands | NDA or mutual NDA | Buyer and seller |
| When the price is agreed | Letter of intent | Buyer and seller |
| To close | Data licence (one-off) or data licensing agreement (ongoing feed) | Buyer and seller |
| If personal data is processed for someone else | Data processing agreement | Controller and processor |
| For research or a defined project | Data use agreement | Provider and recipient |
| When both sides exchange data | Data sharing agreement | Both organisations |
How the templates are written
- Our own wording, in plain English, aimed at data deals rather than generic business.
- Every clause has a short note on what it does and why it is there.
- Blanks appear as [labels in square brackets], so it is obvious what still needs filling in.
- Each has a Download PDF button that builds the file in your browser.
- Where a generator exists, you can fill the blanks in a form instead.
Questions people ask
Are the templates free?
Yes. Read them, download the PDF and adapt them without an account.
Has a lawyer reviewed them?
Each template page says it is not legal advice. Have your own lawyer review any document for your deal and your jurisdiction before signing.
Which template do I need first?
If you are a broker, your own fee agreement with the seller comes first. Then an NDA before any samples, a letter of intent once price is agreed, and a licence to close.
Can I edit them?
Yes. Copy the text into your editor and change it to fit your deal.
Related
- NDA generatorAn NDA generator for data deals: type the parties, purpose and terms, then download a one-way or mutual agreement as a PDF.
- Letter of intent generatorA letter of intent generator for data deals: set price, scope, diligence and exclusivity, then download a clear, mostly non-binding letter as a PDF.
- Free data broker toolsData broker tools for every stage of a deal, free and without an account, running in your browser so nothing you type is stored.
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