Scope
Define devices, networks, and systems covered by the agreement and whether remote or on-site access is included.
A clear Employment Internet Eligibility Agreement reduces security risk, sets expectations about monitoring and acceptable use, and provides a documented basis for disciplinary action when misuse occurs. It also supports compliance with privacy and workplace policies.
The form is used by organizations of all sizes to document internet access rules and by individuals who receive network or device privileges.
Common signers include new hires, contractors, temporary workers, and any existing staff issued new or expanded network access.
Define devices, networks, and systems covered by the agreement and whether remote or on-site access is included.
List acceptable activities such as work email, approved web applications, and authorized remote access.
Specify banned actions like unauthorized downloads, circumvention of security, or sharing credentials.
State that network activity may be monitored and explain how monitoring is performed and retained.
Describe potential consequences for violations, including revocation of access or termination.
Require signature and date to confirm review of policies and acceptance of terms.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature | Required; signer must sign and date |
| Policy Checkbox | Required acknowledgment before signing |
| Manager Approval | Sequential approval required |
| IT Provisioning | Trigger account or access changes |
Choose distribution and authentication methods that match your risk profile and regulatory obligations.
Before account provisioning
At promotion or lateral transfer
When policies materially change
Before remote or network access
Annually or as required by policy
HR or IT sends the agreement to the signer for review.
The signer reads policies and indicates consent or requests clarifications.
Required managers and IT approve; signature captured electronically.
IT grants or revokes access based on the signed terms.
A small venture firm required signed internet-use acknowledgments for remote contractors
A healthcare provider added HIPAA language and BAA references to staff internet-use agreements
Hiring managers initiate the agreement to confirm an incoming employee's or contractor's acceptance of network and device policies, coordinate approvals from IT, and ensure access is provisioned only after the signed acknowledgment is on file.
The prospective employee reviews acceptable use and privacy terms, signs electronically to demonstrate consent and understanding, and completes any identity verification required before credentials are issued.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day | No | No | No | Yes, limited |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |