If a Spray Net franchisee is approved to establish a separate website, what must they comply with?
Spray_Net Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If approved to establish a separate website, Franchisee shall comply with Franchisor's policies, standards and specifications with respect to the creation, maintenance and content of any such website.
Franchisee specifically acknowledges and agrees that any website owned or maintained by or for the benefit of Franchisee shall be deemed "advertising" under this Agreement, and will be subject to (among other things) Franchisor's approval as described in this Section 9.
Franchisee may not promote or otherwise list its Franchised Business, or the Proprietary Marks or System, on any social media or networking site, including without limitation, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter or YouTube, without Franchisor's prior written consent.
Franchisor shall have the right to modify the provisions of this Section relating to Franchisee's use of separate websites and social media, as Franchisor determines necessary or appropriate.
Franchisee must follow Franchisor's social media policies and directives as set forth in the Manuals, including the Policy and Procedures Manual and/or Marketing Manual.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 75–219)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee is approved to establish a separate website, they must comply with Spray Net's policies, standards, and specifications regarding the website's creation, maintenance, and content. The FDD specifies that any website owned or maintained by the franchisee is considered advertising under the franchise agreement. As such, it is subject to Spray Net's approval.
Additionally, the franchisee may not promote their Spray Net business, the Proprietary Marks, or the System on any social media or networking site without prior written consent from Spray Net. Spray Net retains the right to modify the provisions related to the franchisee's use of separate websites and social media as deemed necessary or appropriate.
Furthermore, the franchisee is obligated to adhere to Spray Net's social media policies and directives as outlined in the manuals, including the Policy and Procedures Manual and/or Marketing Manual. This ensures that all online activities align with the brand's overall marketing strategy and standards.