Can Potbelly Sandwich Works access communications posted by franchisees on the Intranet?

We may establish and maintain an Intranet and System Standards for the Intranet's use. These System Standards will address, among other things, (1) restrictions on using abusive, slanderous, or otherwise offensive language in electronic communications, (2) restrictions on communications among franchisees endorsing or encouraging breach of any franchisee's franchise agreement, (3) confidential treatment of materials we transmit via the Intranet, (4) password protocols and other security precautions, (5) grounds and procedures for our suspending or revoking a franchisee's access to the Intranet, and (6) a privacy policy governing our access to and use of electronic communications that franchisees post on the Intranet. As the Intranet's administrator, we have the right to access and view any communication posted on the Intranet.

After we notify you that the Intranet has become functional, you must buy and install all necessary additions to the computer system and establish and continually maintain electronic connection with the Intranet allowing us to send messages to and receive messages from you. You must contribute reasonable amounts on an annual, quarterly, monthly, or other basis toward the cost of maintaining and developing the Intranet. If you fail to pay when due any required amount, or fail to comply with any Intranet System Standard, we may temporarily suspend your access to any so-called chat room, bulletin board, list-serve, or similar feature the Intranet includes until you fully cure the breach. (Franchise Agreement – Section 9.F.)

Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 37–49)