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These documents establish internal rules and external compliance frameworks for entities in jurisdictions like Delaware, France, and Singapore. You will find internal regulations such as the Anti-bribery and gifts and entertainment policy alongside investor-focused documents like the Seedsummit Series Seed investment term sheet. This category excludes external commercial contracts, which are located in the Commercial Contracts section.

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5. GitHub Acceptable Use Policies - additional
This document outlines GitHub's acceptable use policies, detailing prohibited behaviors such as bullying, harassment, disruption of other users' experiences, doxxing, hate speech, impersonation, misinformation, sexually obscene content, and threats of violence. It serves as a guide for community standards and content moderation on the platform.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Strengthen Your Compliance: Download Our Free Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy Template
This document outlines a company's Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy, establishing its commitment to ethical and legal business practices. It strictly prohibits all forms of bribery and corrupt practices involving any stakeholder, including customers, government officials, and business partners. The policy details the scope, applicable laws, prohibited actions, and penalties for violations, applying to all employees, directors, officers, and directly engaged third parties.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Certification of No Conflict
This document is a certification where an individual attests that their roles and activities across two different organizations do not create a conflict of interest. It outlines conditions such as not being paid by one organization, having permission from both, and ensuring duties for one are not performed on the other's time or property. The certifier also commits to submitting a waiver if a conflict arises.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy - Free Legal Template
This Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy outlines a company's commitment to conducting business ethically and legally, prohibiting all forms of bribery and corrupt practices. It applies to all employees, directors, officers, and third parties engaged with the business, detailing prohibited actions and potential penalties for violations. The policy emphasizes the importance of transparency and adherence to anti-corruption laws.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Safeguarding Reporting Employees - Free Legal Template
This Whistleblowing Protection Policy encourages and safeguards employees, contractors, and volunteers who report suspected misconduct, illegal activities, or policy violations within the Company. It outlines reporting procedures, investigation processes, and strict prohibitions against retaliation, aiming to foster a transparent and accountable work environment. The policy ensures confidentiality and provides support to whistleblowers.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Establish Clear Workplace Standards: Download Our Free Employee Code of Conduct Template
This Employee Code of Conduct outlines the expected behavior and responsibilities for all employees within an organization. It covers key areas such as professionalism, confidentiality, conflict of interest, anti-discrimination, and compliance with laws. Employees are required to understand and adhere to these guidelines to maintain a positive and productive work environment, with violations potentially leading to disciplinary action.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
England & Wales
Executive Service Agreement (UK) by Seedsummit
This Service Agreement outlines the terms of employment for a senior executive, detailing their duties, remuneration, benefits, and conditions for termination. It includes comprehensive clauses on confidentiality, intellectual property rights, and post-termination restrictive covenants to safeguard the company's business interests. The agreement is designed to be legally binding and covers various aspects of the executive-company relationship.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy - Free Legal Template
This document is an Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy designed for a company to outline its commitment to ethical business practices. It prohibits employees, directors, officers, and third parties from engaging in any form of bribery or corrupt practice, including offering or accepting improper inducements. The policy also details penalties for violations and emphasizes the importance of compliance and reporting.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
England & Wales
Checklist for Induction of New Staff by Acas
This template provides a comprehensive checklist for employers to manage the induction process for new workers. It covers essential topics from the first day through to 12 months, including job responsibilities, terms of employment, health and safety, and performance reviews. The checklist ensures both the new employee and their line manager are aware of what has been covered and what needs attention.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
US
Content Removal Policies Github Trademark Policy (GitHub)
This document outlines GitHub's policy regarding trademark violations, clarifying what actions are considered violations and what are not. It details the process for trademark holders to report alleged infringements and explains how GitHub responds to such reports, including potential account suspension or username release.
Updated 17 Oct 2025

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