Is an Auntie Annes franchisee allowed to sell goods through the internet without written permission?

Based on the 2024 Auntie Anne's Franchise Disclosure Document, it appears that selling goods through the internet without written permission is not explicitly addressed in the provided excerpts. However, the document does emphasize the need to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information related to the Auntie Anne's franchise program. Specifically, the Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement states that during the process of investigating the purchase of an Auntie Anne's franchise, the prospective franchisee expresses an interest in obtaining information about the Auntie Anne's franchise program.

The agreement states that Auntie Anne's is comfortable providing the undersigned with such information, however, due to the sensitive nature of the information that is likely to be disclosed to the undersigned, it is necessary for the Franchisor to ensure that the information is maintained in confidence by the undersigned and not disclosed in an unauthorized manner. Therefore, in consideration for our agreement to provide the undersigned with access to the Franchisor's Confidential Information (as defined below), the undersigned agrees to the following requirements and restriction, effective with the signing of this Agreement and continuing for so long as the Confidential Information remains confidential and proprietary to the Franchisor.

To fully understand the policy regarding online sales, a prospective Auntie Anne's franchisee should consult the complete Franchise Agreement and discuss this specific point with the franchisor. Clarification should be sought directly from Auntie Anne's regarding whether online sales are permitted, and if so, under what conditions or restrictions. This will ensure compliance with the franchise terms and avoid any potential breaches of contract.