This Non-Disclosure Contract is essential for businesses and individuals operating under Swiss jurisdiction who need to protect sensitive information during business discussions, negotiations, or partnerships. It is particularly relevant given Switzerland's strong emphasis on data protection and privacy rights, combined with its position as a global business center. The document should be used whenever confidential information needs to be shared with external parties, whether for potential business relationships, service provider engagements, or strategic partnerships. It covers various types of confidential information including trade secrets, technical know-how, business plans, customer data, and proprietary information, while ensuring compliance with Swiss legal requirements, including the Swiss Code of Obligations and Federal Act on Data Protection.

1. Parties: Identification and details of the parties entering into the NDA, including their legal names, addresses, and registration numbers if applicable

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the purpose of sharing confidential information and the nature of the proposed business relationship

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms, especially 'Confidential Information', 'Permitted Purpose', and 'Representatives'

4. Scope of Confidentiality: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information and how it will be identified

5. Obligations of Confidentiality: Core confidentiality obligations, including protection measures and permitted uses of confidential information

6. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed, including to representatives and as required by law

7. Return or Destruction of Information: Requirements for handling confidential information upon termination or request

8. Duration of Obligations: Term of the agreement and survival of confidentiality obligations

9. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of breach, including remedies and enforcement rights under Swiss law

10. General Provisions: Standard contract clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, amendments, and notices