Usage guide
Important disclaimer
Kontrak templates are general starting points, not legal advice, and buying them does not create an attorney–client relationship. Every business is different. For high-value deals, employment relationships, property, shares, cross-border work, disputes, or anything you're unsure about, have your completed document reviewed by an admitted South African attorney. We are not liable for loss arising from use of the templates.
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Pick the right template
Choose the agreement that matches the work. Don't stretch one template to cover a different kind of deal.
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Fill every blank
Replace each [__________] with real details: full legal names, ID or company registration numbers, addresses, amounts in rand, and dates. Delete clauses that don't apply.
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Check the money terms
Confirm deposits, payment days, VAT and cancellation fees match what you quoted. Vague money terms cause most disputes.
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Explain it to the other party
Give them time to read it. Under the Consumer Protection Act, unfair or hidden terms may not be enforceable against consumers.
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Sign properly
Both parties sign and date every copy, ideally with a witness. Electronic signatures are valid under the ECT Act for these agreements.
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Keep a copy
Store signed copies securely for at least 5 years, and handle any personal information in line with POPIA.