How can I protect my intellectual property on Alibaba.com?

You can read more about our projects to protecting your intellectual property rights via our dedicated Intellectual Property Protection Platform.

To further protect sensitive information, you can also create a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).

Q: What is an NDA?

A: An NDA is a legally enforceable contract that establishes confidentiality between two parties. After an NDA is signed, the parties agree not to disclose to third parties any information shared between them.

Q: What are the benefits of using an NDA?

A: NDAs add an extra layer of security by establishing a confidentiality agreement that further protects information shared between yourself and prospective suppliers.

Q: When can I use an NDA?

A: Any confidential information shared when negotiating with a supplier can be subject to an NDA.

Q: Do you have an NDA template that I can use？

A: Yes, you can download a free NDA template here.Edit the information as necessary before sending to the supplier. However, the template is for reference only, and does not constitute legal advice. Alibaba does not represent or warrant that the template can achieve your specific goals.