Protecting proprietary business methods and processes from unauthorized disclosure.
TRADE SECRET AGREEMENT
This Trade Secret Agreement is made on [DATE] between [COMPANY NAME] ("Company") and [RECIPIENT NAME] ("Recipient").
1. TRADE SECRET INFORMATION
Company will disclose trade secret information including: [DESCRIPTION OF TRADE SECRETS] for the purpose of [PURPOSE].
2. CONFIDENTIALITY OBLIGATIONS
Recipient agrees to: (a) maintain strict confidentiality, (b) use information only for stated purpose, (c) limit access to authorized personnel.
3. PROTECTION MEASURES
Recipient shall implement reasonable security measures including physical security, access controls, and employee training.
4. NO DISCLOSURE TO THIRD PARTIES
Recipient shall not disclose trade secrets to any third party without Company's prior written consent.
5. RETURN OF INFORMATION
Upon request or termination, Recipient shall return all materials containing trade secrets and certify destruction of copies.
6. REMEDIES
Breach may cause irreparable harm. Company is entitled to injunctive relief and monetary damages including attorney fees.
COMPANY: _________________ RECIPIENT: _________________
[COMPANY NAME] [RECIPIENT NAME]
Date: ___________ Date: ___________
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A Trade Secret Agreement protects valuable business information, processes, and methods from unauthorized disclosure or competitive use.