What is a CDA or NDA and when do I need to use one?
CDA is a “Confidential Disclosure Agreement” or a “Confidentiality Agreement” and NDA is a “Non Disclosure Agreement.” These documents protect sensitive information from disclosure to others. They are contracts entered into by two or more parties in which some or all of the parties agree that specific information that passes from one party to the other or that is created by one of the parties will remain confidential for a specific period of time. You can request one of these agreements from FAU Technology Transfer or the FAU Office of the General Counsel when critical information needs to be protected. The CDA or NDA needs to be approved by FAU Legal Counsel and signed by The VP of Research or the Director of Sponsored Programs. A copy of the fully executed agreement must be kept on file in FAU Technology Transfer.
