Does C12 Group claim copyright of its websites?

According to the 2025 FDD, C12 Group claims copyright of its websites. Specifically, C12 Group owns several top-level internet domain names, including their primary websites located under the domain names www.c12forums.com and www.JoinC12.com, and asserts copyright protection for these websites.

As a C12 Group franchisee, you are required to use the C12 Group websites in accordance with the system standards set by the company. This includes using the approved formats, logos, and other elements as directed in the C12 Brand Standards Guide. You must also maintain current information on C12 Group's websites regarding your local group meeting locations, times, and events.

If the Franchise Agreement is terminated, you must immediately stop using C12 Group's websites and any related materials. Furthermore, franchisees are not allowed to reproduce C12 Group's trade name, logo, or copyrighted materials beyond the permitted uses for meetings, events, seminars, and marketing efforts without prior written permission. This ensures that C12 Group maintains control over its brand and proprietary information, protecting its intellectual property rights.