What happens to the Angry Chickz franchisee's right to use the Marks on the internet after termination?
Angry_Chickz Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 15.1.6 If Company had authorized Franchisee to use the Marks in connection with the internet, any website or e-mail address, or social media Franchisee shall cancel or assign to Company or its designate, as Company directs, all of Franchisee's right, title and interest in any internet websites or web pages, email addresses, social media listings, domain name listings and registrations which contain the Marks, or any of them, and Franchisee shall notify the persons and Entities of the termination of Franchisee's right to use any domain name, web page, social media listing, and other internet device associated with Company or the Franchised Business, and authorize and instruct their cancellation or transfer to Company, as directed by Company.
Franchisee is not entitled to any compensation from Company if Company exercises its said rights or options.
For the avoidance of doubt, nothing in this Section shall be deemed to permit Franchisee to use the Marks, or any of them in connection with the internet, except with the prior consent of Company.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Angry Chickz Franchise Disclosure Document, if Angry Chickz authorized a franchisee to use their Marks on the internet, websites, email addresses, or social media, the franchisee must cancel or assign all rights to these to Angry Chickz or their designee upon termination. This includes all interest in internet websites, web pages, email addresses, social media listings, domain name listings, and registrations containing the Marks.
The franchisee is also required to notify relevant parties of the termination of their right to use any domain name, web page, social media listing, or other internet device associated with Angry Chickz or the franchised business. They must authorize and instruct the cancellation or transfer of these items to Angry Chickz, as directed by the company. The franchisee will not receive any compensation from Angry Chickz for exercising these rights.
This provision ensures that Angry Chickz maintains control over its brand and online presence, preventing former franchisees from potentially misrepresenting themselves or causing confusion in the marketplace after their franchise agreement ends. It is a fairly standard practice in franchising to protect the brand's integrity and goodwill. Prospective franchisees should be aware of these obligations and ensure they understand the implications for their online assets upon termination of the agreement.