Free Freelance contract template
A clean, modern freelance agreement covering scope, payment, IP and termination — generated and signed in minutes.
What it is
A freelance agreement is the contract between an independent contractor and their client. It defines what's being delivered, when, for how much, and who owns the resulting work.
When to use it
- Starting any paid client engagement as a freelancer
- Hiring a designer, developer, writer or marketer
- Project work or ongoing retainer arrangements
- Locking in scope, fees and IP ownership upfront
What's included
- Scope of work & deliverables
- Payment terms (fixed, hourly or milestone)
- Payment schedule & invoicing
- IP assignment on payment
- Confidentiality, termination and revisions
- E-signature blocks for client & contractor
FAQ
Should freelancers always use a contract?
Yes — even for small jobs. A clear contract is the single best protection against scope creep, late payment and IP disputes.
Who owns the work — client or freelancer?
By default this template assigns IP to the client on full payment. You can toggle this off if you'd prefer to retain ownership.
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