Plain-English glossary
Confidentiality
A clause requiring information to be kept private.
Why it matters
Confidentiality can be normal, but broad or indefinite wording can restrict ordinary work, speech, or recordkeeping.
Words to watch for
confidential informationindefinitetrade secretsnon-disclosurereturn or destroy
Plain-English example
You may need to protect information you receive and avoid sharing it outside permitted uses.