Analyze your contracts in 2 minutes: the complete guide
Upload, AI analysis, risk score and recommendations.
A 15-page contract arrives in your inbox. You have 48 hours to sign it.
Two choices: read every clause for 3 hours. Or automatically analyze the risks in 2 minutes.
subblink is an online contract analysis tool that detects problematic clauses, evaluates the risk level and gives you concrete recommendations.
Free for the basic report. No registration required.
Why analyze a contract before signing?
Every contract contains legally binding commitments. Once signed, every clause applies — including those you haven't read.
The most common consequences:
- Unexpected financial penalties (delay, early termination)
- Rights assignment on your work or data
- Hidden obligations (exclusivity, non-compete, free maintenance)
- Abusive payment terms (90 days or more)
Statistic: 47% of commercial disputes originate from a clause poorly understood at the time of signing (source: Annual report on business mediation, Ministry of the Economy, 2023).
How AI contract analysis works
Step 1: Upload your document
subblink accepts all common formats:
- PDF (including scanned)
- Word (.docx, .doc)
- Images (photo of a paper contract)
The document is processed locally. No data is stored without your consent.
Step 2: The AI analyzes each clause
subblink's algorithm automatically identifies:
- Risk clauses (penalties, liability, termination)
- Hidden obligations (auto-renewal, exclusivity)
- Contractual imbalances (client vs. provider rights)
- Legal compliance (payment terms, GDPR, labor law)
Each clause receives a risk level: low, medium or high.
Step 3: You receive a detailed report
The report contains:
- Global risk score out of 10 (visual gauge)
- Verdict: Sign / Caution / Do not sign
- List of detected clauses with plain-language explanations
- Negotiation recommendations for each sensitive point
- Market price comparison (where applicable)
The basic report is free. The premium report adds detailed negotiation points and translation.
What types of contracts can be analyzed?
subblink covers all types of contracts in French, English, German and Dutch:
| Contract type | Examples | Average observed score |
|---|---|---|
| Freelance / Service | Service contract, NDA | 5.8/10 |
| Employment | CDI, CDD, apprenticeship | 4.2/10 |
| Rental | Residential lease, commercial lease | 5.5/10 |
| Insurance | Home, auto, health, life | 6.1/10 |
| Telecoms | Mobile plan, fiber internet | 4.9/10 |
| Energy | Electricity, gas | 5.3/10 |
| SaaS / Software | ToS, license, DPA | 5.7/10 |
| Financial | Consumer credit, mortgage | 6.4/10 |
Manual analysis vs AI vs Lawyer: the comparison
| Criterion | Manual reading | subblink (AI) | Lawyer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | 1–3 hours | 2 minutes | 2–5 days |
| Cost | Free | Free (basic) | €200–800 |
| Clauses detected | Depends on your knowledge | 95%+ of standard clauses (internal subblink data, 2025) | 99%+ |
| Recommendations | No | Yes (negotiation) | Yes (personalized) |
| Legally binding | No | No | Yes |
| Availability | When you have time | 24/7 | By appointment |
Our recommendation:
- Use subblink for a quick initial screening
- If the score exceeds 7/10, consult a lawyer
- For contracts < €5,000, the subblink report is generally sufficient
5 mistakes to avoid when analyzing a contract
1. Focusing only on the price
The price is visible. Hidden obligations are not. A "cheap" contract with an unlimited liability clause can cost you dearly.
2. Ignoring annexes and general conditions
General conditions are part of the contract. Technical annexes too. Everything referenced in the contract is binding.
3. Trusting "it's standard"
"Don't worry, it's our standard contract." Standard does not mean fair. Every clause deserves to be checked.
4. Neglecting exit clauses
How to terminate? What notice period? What penalties? Exit clauses are often the most costly when poorly negotiated.
5. Signing under time pressure
"You need to sign by Friday." Pressure is a technique. A serious counterpart gives you time to check.
FAQ: Online contract analysis
Is the analysis really free?
Yes. The basic report (risk score, detected clauses, verdict) is 100% free. The premium report (negotiation, translation, in-depth analysis) is available as a paid option.
Is my data secure?
subblink does not store your documents without your consent. The analysis is carried out via an encrypted connection (TLS). No sharing with third parties.
Can the AI make mistakes?
Like any tool, AI has limitations. The report is indicative and does not replace legal advice. But for standard clauses, the detection rate exceeds 95% (internal subblink data, 2025).
What languages are supported?
French, English, German, Dutch, Italian and Spanish. The AI automatically detects the language of the contract.
Can I analyze a contract in a photo?
Yes. subblink integrates OCR (text recognition). Take a legible photo of your paper contract and upload it.
Conclusion
Analyzing a contract should not take hours. AI tools make this verification accessible to everyone.
subblink gives you a clear risk score and actionable recommendations in 2 minutes. Free, no registration, available 24/7.