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This Online Confidentiality Agreement template is designed for businesses and individuals operating under Swiss jurisdiction who need to protect confidential information shared through digital channels. The document is particularly relevant in today's digital business environment where sensitive information is increasingly transmitted and stored electronically. It incorporates specific provisions required by Swiss law, including compliance with the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and the Federal Act on Electronic Signatures (ZertES). The agreement is suitable for various business relationships where parties need to share sensitive information online, from business partnerships to vendor relationships and potential investments. It includes comprehensive digital security requirements and electronic execution provisions, making it particularly relevant for remote business operations and digital collaborations.

1. Parties: Identification of the disclosing and receiving parties, including full legal names, addresses, and company registration details if applicable

2. Background: Context of the agreement, relationship between parties, and purpose of sharing confidential information

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms, especially 'Confidential Information', 'Authorized Purpose', 'Authorized Recipients', and 'Security Requirements'

4. Scope of Confidential Information: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information and explicit exclusions

5. Confidentiality Obligations: Core obligations regarding protection, non-disclosure, and permitted uses of confidential information

6. Digital Security Measures: Specific requirements for securing confidential information in digital form, including encryption, access controls, and storage requirements

7. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and obligations upon termination

8. Return or Destruction of Confidential Information: Procedures for returning or destroying confidential information, including digital copies

9. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, entire agreement, and amendments

10. Electronic Execution: Provisions regarding electronic signature and online acceptance of the agreement