NDA Confidential Information Generator for Germany

This NDA Confidential Information agreement is essential for businesses operating under German jurisdiction who need to protect sensitive information during business negotiations, partnerships, or other commercial relationships. It is specifically drafted to comply with German legal requirements, including the German Trade Secrets Act (GeschGehG), Civil Code (BGB), and data protection laws. The document is particularly relevant when parties need to share proprietary information, trade secrets, technical knowledge, or business strategies while ensuring legal protection. It includes comprehensive provisions for information handling, permitted uses, security requirements, and breach remedies, making it suitable for both domestic German operations and international business relationships where German law applies. The agreement can be customized for various business contexts while maintaining compliance with German legal standards for confidentiality protection.

1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement and purpose of sharing confidential information

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of 'Confidential Information', 'Permitted Purpose', 'Affiliated Companies', and other key terms

4. Scope of Confidential Information: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information under the agreement

5. Obligations of Confidentiality: Core confidentiality obligations, including handling, protection, and non-disclosure requirements

6. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed, including to employees, advisors, and as required by law

7. Data Protection: Provisions relating to personal data handling in accordance with GDPR and BDSG requirements

8. Security Measures: Required technical and organizational measures to protect confidential information

9. Return or Destruction of Confidential Information: Procedures for handling confidential information upon termination or request

10. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and confidentiality obligations, including survival provisions

11. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of breach, including injunctive relief and contractual penalties (Vertragsstrafe)

12. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, severability, and entire agreement