Are there any restrictions on exporting the licensed software provided by Byrider?
Byrider Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Software, including technical data, is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the U.S. Export Administration Act and its associated regulations, and may be subject to export or import regulations in other countries.
Specifically, the Licensed Software may not be exported or re-exported (a) into any U.S. embargoed countries or (b) to anyone on the U.S.
Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the U.S.
Department of Commerce Denied Person's List or Entity List.
The Franchisee may not use the Licensed Software in violation of this Agreement or in violation of United States law, including laws which prohibit, without limitation, the development, design, manufacture or production of nuclear, missiles, or chemical or biological weapons.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 88–335)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are export restrictions on the licensed software. The software, including any technical data, is subject to U.S. export control laws, specifically the U.S. Export Administration Act and its associated regulations. It may also be subject to import or export regulations in other countries.
Specifically, the Byrider licensed software cannot be exported or re-exported to any U.S. embargoed countries. Additionally, it cannot be exported or re-exported to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the U.S. Department of Commerce Denied Person's List or Entity List.
The Franchisee is prohibited from using the licensed software in any way that violates the agreement or United States law. This includes laws that prohibit the development, design, manufacture, or production of nuclear, missiles, or chemical or biological weapons. This clause ensures Byrider's compliance with U.S. export laws and prevents the franchisee from using the software for illegal or prohibited activities.