Does an Eos Worldwide franchisee have the right to update the Eos Worldwide website?
Eos_Worldwide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
8.2 Websites; E-Commerce.
- (a) We have the right to control all use of www.eosworldwide.com and any future websites we create (collectively, the "Website").
You do not have any right to update, upgrade, amend, or host the Website.
We have the right to control all use of URLs, domain names, websites, addresses, metatags, links, key words, e-mail addresses and any other means of electronic identification or origin ("enames") related to the Franchise.
We may however provide you certain rights to revise designated sections on your microsite, but the framework is owned and determined by us.
The Website will contain information on the EOS Franchise System, as well as other information we deem appropriate and all changes, additions, and deletions are at our sole discretion.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 74–246)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Eos Worldwide Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees do not have the right to update the Eos Worldwide website. Eos Worldwide retains control over the main website, www.eosworldwide.com, and any future websites they create. This includes the content, changes, additions, and deletions made to the website, which are at Eos Worldwide's sole discretion.
While franchisees cannot update the main website, Eos Worldwide may grant them limited rights to revise designated sections on a microsite. However, the framework and overall structure of the microsite remain under the ownership and control of Eos Worldwide. This ensures that the brand maintains a consistent image and message across all online platforms.
Franchisees are also prohibited from establishing any separate website, blog, or online presence that uses Eos Worldwide's trademarks or intellectual property without prior consent. Any online activity related to the brand must adhere to the standards set forth in the Operations Manual. This is to protect the brand's integrity and ensure that all online representations align with Eos Worldwide's guidelines.
Eos Worldwide also reserves the right to require franchisees to participate in their websites and online communications, including any intranet systems they may develop. Franchisees may also be required to operate certain aspects of their franchised business through E-Commerce methods designated by Eos Worldwide. This allows Eos Worldwide to maintain control over the brand's online presence and ensure consistency in how the franchise is represented online.