Non-compete agreement template
Protect your business interests with a non-compete agreement that restricts former employees or contractors from competing directly with your business for a defined period and geographic area.
What this template covers
- Parties and effective date
- Definition of competing activities
- Restricted geographic area
- Duration of restrictions
- Consideration provided
- Remedies for breach
- Severability clause
Common use cases
How to send a non-compete agreement for e-signature
- Upload your document — drag and drop your non-compete agreement PDF into SignOwl, or use our template as a starting point.
- Add signature fields — use AI field detection to automatically place signature, date, and name fields, or add them manually.
- Send for signing — enter the signer's email and hit send. They'll get a link to sign from any device.
- Get the signed copy — both parties receive the signed document with a tamper-proof audit trail and SHA-256 verification.
Frequently asked questions
Are non-compete agreements enforceable?
Enforceability varies by state. Most states require reasonable scope (time, geography, and activity restrictions). Some states like California generally don't enforce them. Consult local law.
Can I combine a non-compete with an NDA?
Yes. Many businesses include non-compete and confidentiality clauses in a single document. Upload your combined agreement to SignOwl and send it for signature.
What makes a non-compete reasonable?
Generally: limited to 1-2 years, restricted to a specific geographic area, narrowly defined competing activities, and supported by adequate consideration (employment, payment, etc.).
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