Software Freelance Contract Template

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-[1099-SW-2026]
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: This form must be completed by the Project Manager or Hiring Lead in coordination with the Freelancer. All bracketed fields must be populated; delete unused optional clauses.
• Filing/Retention: Executed copies must be stored in the corporate digital asset repository. Retain this document for a minimum of seven (7) years following the expiration of the final Statement of Work.
• Attachments: Mandatory attachments include Exhibit A (Scope of Work), Exhibit B (Payment Schedule), and a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into between [Client Name] ("Company") and [Freelancer Name] ("Contractor"), collectively referred to as the "Parties."

2. SERVICES & PERFORMANCE

Contractor agrees to provide the following software development services:

• Primary Objective: [__________]
• Technical Stack: [__________]
• Completion Deadline: [____/____/2026]

3. COMPENSATION

Company shall compensate Contractor as follows:

• Rate: $[__________] per [Hour / Milestone / Project]
• Payment Terms: Net [__] days upon receipt of an approved invoice.
• Invoicing Cycle: [Weekly / Monthly / Per Milestone]

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (WORK FOR HIRE)

All code, documentation, designs, and deliverables created under this Agreement are "Work Made for Hire." Contractor hereby assigns all rights, title, and interest, including global copyrights and patents, to the Company upon receipt of payment in full.

5. RELATIONSHIP STATUS

Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee.

• Contractor shall provide their own hardware/software.
• Contractor is responsible for all applicable self-employment taxes.
• Contractor is eligible for corporate benefits: [Yes / No]

6. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this agreement with [__] days' written notice. In the event of early termination, Company shall pay for all work satisfactorily completed and accepted up to the termination date.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

Contractor shall maintain the strict confidentiality of all proprietary information, trade secrets, and non-public codebases accessed during the term of this engagement.

8. GOVERNING LAW

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State/Province of [__________].

EXECUTION & SIGNATURE BLOCK

FOR THE COMPANY:
Authorized Signature: ____________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

FOR THE CONTRACTOR:
Authorized Signature: ____________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

Disclaimer: This document is provided as a standardized framework. Consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific statutory compliance.