Terms and Conditions

1. Legal Obligations and Responsibilities

1.1 User Conduct Requirements

You agree to conduct yourself in a professional and lawful manner when using our services. This includes providing accurate information, respecting the rights of others, and complying with all applicable laws and regulations. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of our services does not violate any contractual obligations you may have with third parties.

1.2 Prohibited Activities and Behaviors

1.3 Content Guidelines and Restrictions

Any content you submit, transmit, or display through our services must be lawful, accurate, and not infringe upon the rights of others. You are prohibited from submitting content that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, harassing, or otherwise objectionable. We reserve the right to remove or refuse any content that violates these guidelines or that we deem inappropriate.

1.4 Age Restrictions and Requirements

Our services are intended for use by individuals who are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet these age requirements and have the authority to bind yourself or your organization to these Terms and Conditions.

2. User Responsibilities and Compliance

2.1 Compliance with Laws and Regulations

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of our services complies with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, laws governing business operations, franchise relationships, data protection, intellectual property, and consumer protection. You acknowledge that franchise laws vary by jurisdiction and that you are responsible for understanding and complying with relevant regulations in your area.

2.2 Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Franchise Pro, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use of our services or website
• Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
• Your violation of any rights of third parties
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Any content you submit through our services
• Your business operations or franchise activities

2.3 Privacy and Data Protection Responsibilities

You are responsible for complying with all applicable privacy and data protection laws in connection with your use of our services. This includes obtaining necessary consents, providing required notices, and implementing appropriate security measures for any personal information you collect or process. You acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy and agree to handle any information in accordance with applicable laws.

2.4 Third-Party Interactions and Relationships

Your interactions with third parties discovered through or facilitated by our services, including franchisees, suppliers, or other business partners, are solely between you and such third parties. We are not responsible for any disputes, agreements, or transactions between you and third parties. You release us from any claims, demands, and damages arising out of or in connection with such third-party interactions.

3. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

3.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

3.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FRANCHISE PRO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, our liability shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law. In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims arising out of or related to these Terms and Conditions or your use of our services exceed the amount you have paid to us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

3.3 Consequential Damages Exclusion

We specifically disclaim liability for any damages resulting from business interruption, loss of profits, loss of business opportunities, loss of goodwill, loss of data, or any other indirect or consequential losses, regardless of whether such damages were foreseeable or whether we were advised of the possibility of such damages.

3.4 Force Majeure Provisions

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms and Conditions due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

4. Legal Information and Dispute Resolution

4.1 Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree that any legal action or proceeding between you and Franchise Pro shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Dallas County, Texas, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

4.2 Dispute Resolution Procedures

Before initiating any legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt to resolve any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions through good faith negotiations. If a resolution cannot be reached within 30 days, either party may pursue legal remedies. Both parties agree to cooperate in good faith to resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively.

4.3 Severability Clause

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid, enforceable provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision.

4.4 Terms Modification Policy

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our services after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. We encourage you to review these Terms and Conditions periodically. Material changes will be communicated to active clients when feasible.

4.5 Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any service agreements you enter into with us, constitute the entire agreement between you and Franchise Pro regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, whether electronic, oral, or written, between you and us with respect to such subject matter.

4.6 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms and Conditions will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Franchise Pro.

5. Contact Information

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