Ask HN: Ever been asked to sign an NDA, before an interview?

[gregory80]

I've been asked to sign an NDA at almost every job I have taken in my professional life -- once I have accepted the job -- I have only once encountered a company that wanted me to sign an NDA before the first interview, it caught me off-guard, is this common practice?

[peacemaker]

Yes I've had to sign an NDA before an interview at a games company as they wanted to discuss their new project during the interview.

[bdr]

I haven't applied to a stealth-mode startup in a while, but yes, last time I did I was asked to sign an NDA.

[blcArmadillo]

I've had to sign NDAs for most interviews I've had. Makes sense considering details about products may come up during conversation. Plus most places I've interviewed at have given me a tour of their facilities during which it's likely I will be able to see what they're working on.