Who owns the telephone number used in connection with the Crepe De Licious Franchised Business?

According to the 2025 Crepe De Licious Franchise Disclosure Document, Crepe De Licious retains ownership of the telephone number used for the franchised business. While the franchisee is required to obtain a telephone number for exclusive use in connection with their Crepe De Licious franchise, that number is considered the property of Crepe De Licious.

This stipulation means that if the franchise agreement is terminated, Crepe De Licious retains the right to use the phone number. This is a fairly common practice in franchising, allowing the franchisor to maintain brand consistency and customer relationships. The franchisee is responsible for obtaining and maintaining white and yellow pages listings at their own expense, adhering to the standards set by Crepe De Licious.

Crepe De Licious may require a group listing if multiple franchises operate in the same directory area, with costs reasonably allocated among the franchisees. Franchisees are also restricted from creating independent internet listings or web pages related to their Crepe De Licious location without express approval, and are prohibited from conducting business online, except for email communications.