Does Del Taco provide any warranties relating to the software and documentation provided to the licensee?

According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Del Taco does not provide any warranties relating to the software and documentation provided to the licensee. The software and documentation are provided "AS IS." Del Taco disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied. This includes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Del Taco also disclaims any warranty as to the reliability, operability, functionality, or usefulness of the software and documentation. Furthermore, Del Taco does not warrant that the licensee's use of the software will be uninterrupted or error-free, nor that the results obtained will satisfy the licensee's requirements.

This lack of warranty is a significant risk for franchisees. If the software malfunctions or does not meet the franchisee's needs, Del Taco is not obligated to provide any remedy or compensation. It is common practice in franchising for franchisors to limit their liability regarding software, but franchisees should carefully consider the potential costs and disruptions associated with using software that comes without any guarantees. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the software's performance history, available support, and potential backup systems in case of failure.