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Free contract template for freelancers
A plain-English services agreement to adapt for client projects, covering scope, payment, changes, ownership and ending the agreement.
Free, no sign-up. Word (.docx).
Contract template for freelancers
What’s in the template
- Parties and services
- Timeline
- Fees, payment and expenses
- Changes to the scope
- Ownership and confidentiality
- Ending the agreement, liability and governing law
- Signatures
This template is a starting point, not legal advice. Laws differ by country and state, so have a lawyer review it before you rely on it.
Tips for your contract
Attach the proposal
Point the contract at the proposal or statement of work, so the scope lives in one place.
Agree how changes work
A written quote before extra work starts protects both sides.
Be clear on ownership
Say when the client owns the work, usually on final payment.
Get it reviewed
A lawyer who knows your country's rules can tailor the liability and governing law clauses.
Get contracts signed online
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Questions, answered
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Is this contract legally binding?
A signed agreement can be, but whether this one suits you depends on your country and your work. It's a starting point, not legal advice: have a lawyer review it.
What should a freelance contract cover?
The services, timeline, fees and payment terms, expenses, how changes are handled, who owns the work, confidentiality, how either side can end it, liability and governing law.
Is the contract template free?
Yes. Download it and use it as often as you like, with no sign-up.
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