Is Bft permitted to share the franchisee's or its owners' personal and business contact information with affiliates and third parties?

According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Bft is permitted to share the franchisee's and/or its owners' names, personal and business addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses with Bft's affiliates and third parties. This is explicitly stated within the section regarding information security.

This means that as a Bft franchisee, your personal and business contact information, as well as that of your owners, may be shared with Bft's affiliates and other third-party entities. The FDD does not specify the purpose for which this information will be shared, nor does it provide an exhaustive list of the types of third parties with whom the information may be shared.

Prospective franchisees should consider the implications of this data sharing practice. It is advisable to seek clarification from Bft regarding the specific purposes for sharing this information, the categories of third parties involved, and the measures in place to protect the privacy and security of the shared data. Understanding these details will help franchisees make informed decisions about their investment and manage their privacy expectations.