Two tools that generate a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement for free. The difference is what you get at the end.
Quick answer
BAA Generator produces a downloadable PDF (free sample-data preview, or $49 for a clean executable copy with your party data) plus editable Word. Terms.law produces an interactive web-based BAA view. If your vendor needs a file to sign or DocuSign — PDF or Word — BAA Generator is the practical choice. Both cover the mandatory HIPAA provisions.
The most important differences when you need a BAA you can actually send.
| Feature | BAA Generator | Terms.law |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes — free sample-data preview PDF | Yes — interactive web view |
| Output format | Downloadable PDF + optional Word .docx | Interactive web page |
| Can email BAA to vendor | Yes — attach PDF | Requires vendor to access Terms.law |
| DocuSign / HelloSign compatible | Yes — upload PDF to any e-sign tool | Requires platform-native signing |
| Editable Word file | Yes — $49 Single BAA | No |
| Clean PDF with actual party data | $49 one-time | N/A — interactive only |
| HHS model provisions | Yes — 45 CFR § 164.504(e) | Yes |
| Turnaround | Under 5 minutes | Minutes |
| Account required | No (email only for paid tier) | Yes |
| Website | baagenerator.com | terms.law |
The vast majority of BAA execution workflows start with one party emailing a PDF to the other. You attach the file, the other party reviews it, and you use DocuSign, HelloSign, or wet signatures to complete it. BAA Generator produces that PDF immediately — free sample-data preview, or $49 for a clean executable copy plus Word. You do not need to coordinate platform access with your vendor.
Terms.law is built around interactive, web-native agreements. If your counterparty is also using Terms.law and you prefer that workflow, it is a legitimate choice. The BAA content is sound. The limitation is practical: not every vendor or covered entity will be willing to create a Terms.law account just to sign your BAA.
When a small therapy practice needs a BAA with their EHR vendor, they need to send a document. When a startup in healthcare IT needs a BAA from every client they onboard, they need a file they can attach to their standard onboarding checklist. The interactive-agreement model is elegant, but the healthcare industry runs on PDFs. BAA Generator produces one in under 5 minutes at no cost.
Free sample-data preview or $49 clean copy + Word file. No account required. Under 5 minutes.
Generate My BAA →HHS model provisions · 45 CFR § 164.504(e) · No subscription