Who are the 'Internet Companies' that a Mr. Sandless franchisee must deal with regarding Electronic Advertising?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 2.3 Transfer.
On Termination of the Franchise Agreement, or on periodic request of Franchisor, Franchisee will immediately:
- 2.3.1 direct all internet service providers, domain name registries, internet search engines, social media and software companies, and other listing agencies (collectively, the "Internet Companies") with which Franchisee has Electronic
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, 'Internet Companies' are defined as internet service providers, domain name registries, internet search engines, social media and software companies, and other listing agencies with which the franchisee has Electronic Advertising. This definition is relevant in the context of what happens when the Franchise Agreement terminates or if Mr. Sandless periodically requests information.
Upon termination or at Mr. Sandless's request, the franchisee must direct these 'Internet Companies' to transfer, assign, or discontinue Electronic Advertising and Telephone Listings. This includes transferring any rights or interests in domain names, social media accounts, software accounts, website URLs, and telephone numbers to Mr. Sandless or its designee.
This requirement ensures that Mr. Sandless maintains control over its brand and online presence, even after a franchise agreement ends. A prospective franchisee should understand that they will not retain any online assets associated with the Mr. Sandless brand upon termination of the agreement and should be prepared to cooperate fully with Mr. Sandless to ensure a smooth transfer or discontinuation of these assets.