Can Chicken Guy charge a Chicken Guy franchisee a fee for developing, reviewing, and approving the franchisee's website?

According to the 2025 Chicken Guy Franchise Disclosure Document, Chicken Guy has the right to charge franchisees a fee for services related to their website. Specifically, Chicken Guy may charge a franchisee for the development, review, and approval of the franchisee's website, as well as for hosting the website.

This means that if you become a Chicken Guy franchisee, you may incur additional costs beyond the initial franchise fee and ongoing royalties for setting up and maintaining your online presence. It is important to factor in these potential website-related fees when assessing the overall investment required to start and operate a Chicken Guy franchise.

Furthermore, the FDD states that Chicken Guy may require franchisees to establish hyperlinks to Chicken Guy's website or another website designated by Chicken Guy. Franchisees must also use the email address and other electronic identifiers that Chicken Guy designates, unless otherwise approved. This indicates that Chicken Guy maintains control over the franchisee's online branding and presence, ensuring consistency across all franchise locations. Franchisees also need written consent from Chicken Guy for any email advertisements or solicitations, ensuring compliance with Chicken Guy's standards.