A source code escrow agreement is a contract between a client and a software developer, ensuring client protection if software maintenance fails. We provide adaptable Escrow agreements designed to suit your business requirements.Choose from Cloud or on-premises solutions, available in 17 jurisdictions. This practice note addresses key issues in drafting and negotiating a software source code escrow agreement involving an independent thirdparty escrow agent. ContractsCounsel has assisted 40 clients with software source code escrow agreements and maintains a network of 61 technology lawyers available daily. A source code escrow agreement is an agreement to deposit the source code of the software with a third party escrow agent. Once the escrow agreement is in place, securely transfer your source code and related materials to the escrow agent. It establishes the rights and responsibilities of the software vendor, the licensee, and the escrow agent. Apply for a license. Families in the FSS program have an interest-bearing escrow account established for them.