FranDB

Terms of Service

Last updated: December 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

FranDB is operated by PK Ventures, LLC. By accessing or using FranDB ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

FranDB provides franchise research tools and information aggregated from publicly available Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs). The Service includes franchise profiles, data analysis, and AI-powered research assistance.

3. Use of Information

The information provided on FranDB is for general informational and educational purposes only. You acknowledge and agree that:

  • The information is not intended as financial, legal, investment, or professional advice.
  • You should not make franchise investment decisions based solely on information from FranDB.
  • You should always review the complete, official FDD directly from the franchisor before making any investment decision.
  • You should consult with qualified professionals (attorneys, accountants, financial advisors) before investing in any franchise.

4. Data Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate information, FranDB makes no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the data presented. Information is extracted from public filings and may contain errors, be outdated, or be incomplete. Always verify critical information against official sources.

5. User Accounts

Some features may require creating an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account. You agree to provide accurate information when creating an account.

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
  • Scrape, crawl, or use automated means to access the Service without permission
  • Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the Service
  • Reproduce, redistribute, or commercially exploit our data without authorization
  • Misrepresent your affiliation with any franchisor

7. Intellectual Property

The FranDB platform, including its design, features, and original content, is protected by intellectual property laws. Franchise data is derived from public filings and remains the property of the respective franchisors.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, FranDB, PK Ventures, LLC, and their officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service or reliance on any information provided. This includes, without limitation, any financial losses from franchise investments.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

11. Contact

Questions about these Terms should be sent to hello@frandb.com.