Hawaii Non-Disclosure Agreement Template

A Hawaii non-disclosure agreement protects an entity’s trade secrets from being shared or misused by a party receiving such information. Companies typically use an NDA as a protective measure before disclosing their sensitive information with clients, contractors, or employees. It is also used when two parties are exchanging trade secrets to protect against misappropriation.

Hawaii Non-Disclosure Agreement Template

Last updated February 12th, 2026

A Hawaii non-disclosure agreement protects an entity’s trade secrets from being shared or misused by a party receiving such information. Companies typically use an NDA as a protective measure before disclosing their sensitive information with clients, contractors, or employees. It is also used when two parties are exchanging trade secrets to protect against misappropriation.

Breach of NDA

If an NDA is breached, the injured party may seek injunctive relief. Under Hawaii law, such action must be brought within three years from the date misappropriation is discovered.[1]

Trade Secret: Defined

Hawaii’s legal definition of a trade secret is information that[2]:

  • Is financially beneficial for the owner as the information is not known to competitors.
  • Is being reasonably guarded by the owner.