A Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA), also known as a confidentiality agreement, is a legally binding document in the field of human resources that outlines the terms and conditions under which sensitive information is shared and protected. It is used to safeguard proprietary information, trade secrets, and confidential data shared between employers, employees, or between an organization and external parties.

Example

An HR manager may require a job candidate to sign an NDA before discussing confidential company strategies during the interview process. This NDA would ensure that the candidate does not disclose or use any proprietary information they may learn during the interview for personal gain or share it with others.