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Investment SAFE Note

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INVESTMENT SAFE NOTE

This Investment SAFE Note ("Agreement") is entered into as of by and between Company Name: with a principal place of business at (the "Company"), and Investor Name: with a principal address at (the "Investor").

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, the Company requires capital to finance its operations and growth, and the Investor is willing to provide such capital in exchange for rights to receive equity in the Company in accordance with the terms set forth in this SAFE Note.

WHEREAS, the parties intend that this instrument constitute a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) under which the Investor's Purchase Amount (defined below) will convert into capital stock of the Company upon the occurrence of certain events described herein.

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth their entire agreement regarding the investment, conversion mechanics, and related rights and obligations.

SCOPE OF WORK / USE OF PROCEEDS

PURCHASE AND PAYMENT TERMS

Payment shall be made by the Investor in immediately available funds to the account designated by the Company. If any payment required hereunder is not made when due, the Investor shall be responsible for the Late Fee described above and the Company may suspend issuance of confirmations of receipt until payment is made in full.

CONVERSION ON EQUITY FINANCING

Upon the next Equity Financing in which the Company sells shares of its capital stock for aggregate gross proceeds of at least (excluding the conversion of the SAFE and other convertible securities), the Purchase Amount shall automatically convert into the securities issued in such Equity Financing on the terms set forth below.

Conversion mechanics: the Purchase Amount will convert into the number of shares equal to the Purchase Amount divided by the Conversion Price. The Conversion Price shall be the lesser of (a) the price per share based on the Valuation Cap and the Company's outstanding capitalization immediately prior to the Equity Financing, or (b) the price per share in the Equity Financing multiplied by (1 - Discount Rate).

LIQUIDITY EVENT; DISSOLUTION

In the event of a Liquidity Event (including merger, sale of substantially all assets, or similar transaction) prior to conversion, the Investor shall receive, at the Investor's election, either (i) an amount equal to the Purchase Amount, or (ii) the Purchase Amount converted into common stock on the basis of the Valuation Cap or Discount Rate as set forth above, subject to customary adjustments. If the Company dissolves prior to conversion, the Investor shall be entitled to be paid the Purchase Amount, subordinated to permitted indebtedness, before any distribution to holders of capital stock.

TERM AND TERMINATION

This SAFE shall become effective as of the Agreement Date and shall remain in effect until the earlier of (a) conversion of the Purchase Amount in accordance with this Agreement, (b) payment in full upon a Liquidity Event or dissolution, or (c) termination by written agreement of the parties.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Each party shall hold in confidence all non-public information received from the other party that is identified as confidential or that reasonably should be understood to be confidential given the nature of the information and the circumstances of disclosure. Confidential information shall not include information that (a) is or becomes generally known to the public other than by breach of this Agreement, (b) is rightfully received from a third party without restriction, or (c) is independently developed without use of the other party's confidential information.

The obligations in this section shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of three (3) years, except that trade secrets shall be protected for as long as they qualify as trade secrets under applicable law.

REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Company represents and warrants that it is duly organized, has the authority to enter into this Agreement, and that the execution and performance of this Agreement will not violate any material agreement or law. Investor represents and warrants that it has full power and authority to enter into this Agreement and that it is acquiring the SAFE for investment and not with a view to distribution.

MISCELLANEOUS

Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings. No amendment, modification, or waiver shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Assignment: Neither party may assign its rights or delegate its obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party, except that the Company may assign this Agreement in connection with a merger, sale of substantially all assets or change of control.

Notices: All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth above or to such other address as a party may provide by notice in accordance with this section. Notices shall be deemed given when delivered personally, by nationally recognized overnight courier, or three (3) business days after deposit with the postal service by certified mail, return receipt requested.

Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unenforceable, such provision shall be reformed only to the extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

NOTICES FOR PAYMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS

MISCELLANEOUS ELECTIONS

Most-Favored-Nation Provision applicable: Check if the parties agree that a future SAFE with more favorable terms triggers MFN rights for this SAFE.

Security Interest: Check if the Purchase Amount is secured by collateral (describe in Scope of Work if checked).

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What an Investment SAFE Note Is and how it works

An Investment SAFE Note (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is a standardized convertible instrument used by startups to accept capital in exchange for the right to receive equity at a future financing event. It records the investor's contribution, valuation cap or discount terms if applicable, and triggering events such as qualified financing, sale, or dissolution. A SAFE is not debt—it has no maturity date or interest—but converts into equity per agreed conversion mechanics. Parties often use SAFEs to simplify early-stage fundraising and reduce negotiation over complex equity terms.

Why teams and investors commonly use a SAFE

Use an Investment SAFE Note to speed early-stage fundraising, minimize legal complexity, and defer valuation negotiations until a priced round. SAFEs lower transaction costs, standardize investor rights, and provide clear conversion mechanics while avoiding debt-related obligations like interest and maturity dates.

Why teams and investors commonly use a SAFE

Primary parties who prepare or sign a SAFE

Typical parties involved with an Investment SAFE Note include startup issuers, angel investors, and early-stage venture funds in seed financings.

  • Startup founder or CEO executing on behalf of the issuer to accept seed capital.
  • Angel investor or accredited investor providing funds under the SAFE's stated terms.
  • Seed-stage venture fund managing multiple SAFEs and tracking cap table impacts.

Legal counsel and company officers often coordinate execution; investors may rely on counsel or their own advisors to confirm conversion and economic terms.

Core elements to include in a professional Investment SAFE Note

A professional Investment SAFE Note includes conversion mechanics, valuation provisions, investor rights, representations, pro rata terms, and defined triggering events to ensure clarity at conversion.

Conversion Trigger

Specify events that convert the SAFE into equity, such as a qualified financing threshold, change of control, or dissolution; include measurement rules for conversion price and share class.

Valuation Terms

State valuation cap, discount rate, or both; explain how cap and discount interact and how convertible securities affect the post-money calculation, including examples or formulas for investor dilution and share allocation.

Conversion Mechanics

Detail conversion formulas, rounding rules, share classes issued on conversion, and treatment of stock splits, dividends, or other capitalization events that alter conversion outcomes clearly.

Investor Rights

Describe any information rights, observer rights, registration or transfer restrictions, and whether pro rata participation or most-favored-nation clauses apply to the investor, including post-closing reporting obligations.

Representations

Simple representations and warranties from the company covering organization, authorization, capitalization, and absence of conflicts; include investor representations on accredited status if required and tax matters.

Governing Law

Specify the governing state law and forum for disputes, including provisions for arbitration or court jurisdictions and venue selection to reduce procedural uncertainty and choice-of-law clauses.

Step-by-step: completing and executing an Investment SAFE Note

Follow these steps to complete and execute an Investment SAFE Note accurately, from entry of terms to obtaining signatures and recording the agreement.

  • 01
    Prepare Document: Populate terms and reviewer notes.
  • 02
    Confirm Parties: Verify legal names and accredited status.
  • 03
    Signatures: Obtain dated signatures from authorized signers.
  • 04
    Recordkeeping: Store executed SAFE and audit trail securely.

Typical electronic workflow for SAFEs

Typical SAFE execution workflow moves from document prep to signing, delivery, and recording with defined conversion events and stakeholder notifications.

  • Upload: Upload finalized template to your signing platform.
  • Place Fields: Add signature, date, and text fields for each party.
  • Send to Signers: Deliver via email or secure link with signer info.
  • Archive: Save executed copies with audit trail and export PDF.

Recommended digital workflow settings for SAFE execution

Configure an online workflow for SAFEs to enforce field validation, signer order, and automated delivery of executed copies.

Field Configuration
Signer Authentication Email with SMS code or KBA
Field Validation Require numeric formats, MM/DD/YYYY for dates
Signing Order Sequential signing or parallel as required
Auto-Notifications Email receipts and final PDF sent to all parties

Platform capabilities to consider for SAFE processing

Choose an eSignature platform that supports secure signatures, audit trails, and integration with your CRM or document storage systems.

  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365
  • Formats: PDF, DOCX, HTML supported
  • Security: TLS 1.2/1.3 and AES-256

Comparing basic pricing and compliance features for SAFE e-signing

Compare basic pricing and compliance features when choosing an eSignature provider for executing Investment SAFE Notes at scale.

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Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies Varies Varies

Frequently asked questions about preparing and e-signing SAFEs

Common questions and practical answers about preparing, signing, and enforcing an Investment SAFE Note, including digital signing and compliance points.


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