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BRAND PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR .. (the Brand). THIS BRAND PURCHASE AGREEMENT (the Agreement) is made by 5LetterBrands, Inc.

, a Texas Corporation (the Seller), its address being 8127 Mesa Drive, B206-229, Austin, Texas 78759 and you (the Buyer) as the person or entity that, in consideration of the Brand Fee (as herein defined), has received via legal and authorized download from Sellers website (hosted at internet domain 5letterbrands.com and its sub-domains and affiliated domains), or directly from Seller or an authorized representative of Seller, the Brand Package (as herein defined), with the effective date of purchase (the Purchase Date) being the later of date of payment of the Brand Fee and date of legal and authorized delivery to the Buyer of the Brand Package. WHEREAS, at the time of entering into this Agreement, the Seller holds the rights to transfer ownership of (1) the dotcom internet domain bearing the name of Brand (the Domain), (2) a logo for Brand designed by a professional designer, provided in digital form in at least Adobe Illustrator and JPEG formats, and (3) any and all other rights, title and interest in the Brand held by the Seller (collectively known as the Brand Assets). WHEREAS, Seller agrees to sell to Buyer, and Buyer agrees to acquire from Seller, all rights, title and interest in and to the Brand Assets; and WHEREAS, this Agreement describes the terms, conditions, rights and obligations of the Seller and Buyer in connection with the sale and purchase of the Brand Assets described by this Agreement (the "Transaction"). NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the Brand Fee paid by the Buyer to the Seller, the Seller and Buyer hereby agree as follows: 1 Sale and Purchase 1.1. The Brand Assets. On the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Seller does hereby sell, transfer, assign, convey and deliver to Buyer, and Buyer agrees to acquire from Seller, the entirety of Seller's right, title and interest in and to the Brand Assets. 1.2 The Brand Package. The Brand Package is a digital archive file, encoded in an industry-standard format such as ZIP, or a set of digital files, created by the Seller and containing at least the following (1) this Agreement in PDF format; (2) a logo for Brand designed by a professional designer, provided in digital form in at least Adobe Illustrator and JPEG formats; and (3) a readme document providing further information about how to complete the registration of the Domain in the name of the Buyer with a third-party internet domain registrar, so that Buyer is correctly recorded as the Domains registrant of record. 1.3 In so far as any further action is required by the Buyer and Seller to complete the sale, transfer and assignment of Brand Assets from the Seller to the Buyer as described in this Agreement, Buyer and Seller hereby agree to cooperate in executing and delivering any additional agreements, forms or other documentation necessary to assign and transfer the Brand Assets to the exclusive name of, and for the sole use and benefit of, the Buyer. 2 Brand Fee and Acceptance of Terms 2.1 Amount and Payment. The Brand Fee is the total purchase price for the Brand Assets, whether the Brand Assets are tangible or intangible, being sold, transferred assigned and/or conveyed from Seller to Buyer hereunder. The amount of the Brand Fee is the total amount paid, or agreed to be paid, by credit card, bank transfer or other authorized payment method by Buyer directly to Seller, by Buyer via Sellers website (hosted at internet domain 5letterbrands.com and its sub-domains and affiliated domains), or by Buyer directly to an authorized representative of Seller, specifically for, or specifically to include, the Brand Assets, prior to receiving legal and authorized delivery of the Brand Package. The Brand Fee is inclusive of any federal, state, local, franchise, income, sales, value-added or other taxes that may be due by the Seller incident to or arising as a consequence of the consummation of the Transaction. 2.2 Buyer and Seller hereby agree that payment of the Brand Fee, or agreement to pay the Brand Fee, together with acceptance of delivery of the Brand Package, shall be deemed conclusive evidence of acceptance of all terms and conditions of this Agreement on the Purchase Date. Seller provides a non-brand-specific copy of this Agreement publicly available for download on its website on its our terms page, directly accessible from the home page of the website and also makes it freely available upon request. 3 Technical and Administrative Steps to Complete Registration of Transfer of the Domain

3.1 The Buyer hereby acknowledges that the Buyer and Seller must each follow a series of technical and administrative steps to complete the re-registration of the Domain transferred to the Buyer by this Agreement with a third-party internet domain registrar. In particular, registration of internet domains is subject to all the terms and conditions of third-party internet domain registrars or other third-party service providers. As such, Seller and Buyer must each comply with the processes, conditions, limitations and restrictions contained in domain registration agreements with third-party domain registrars or other service providers. As such, the transferability of the Domain registration may be subject to conditions imposed by the Domain registrar or service provider. 3.2 Nothing in the Agreement shall be construed to imply that the Domain owner possesses any rights to a Domain beyond those specified in the Domain owner's agreement with the relevant third-party domain registrar or service provider of record. When referencing sale and purchase of the Domain within this Agreement, Domain shall refer to all and any rights the Domain owner may possess with regard to the registration of the Domain under its Domain registration agreement with the Domains registrar of record. 3.3 The Buyer hereby acknowledges that conditions, limitations or restrictions contained in domain registration agreements with third-party domain registrars, in relation to the re-registration of the Domain with the Buyer as the registrant of record, may cause delays in re-registration or, in exceptional cases, make it infeasible. In the event that Domain re-registration is infeasible within 180 days through no fault of the Buyer, Buyer shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement, return all acquired rights, title and interest in the Brand Assets to the Seller and receive a full refund of the Brand Fee. 4 No Assumption of Liabilities. 4.1 Except as may be specifically set forth herein, the Buyer is neither assuming nor agreeing to pay, discharge or be liable for any liabilities and obligations of the Brand Assets in any way incurred prior to the Purchase Date, other than any future internet domain registration renewals, and nothing in the Agreement or otherwise shall be construed to the contrary. All liabilities and obligations of the Seller or Brand Assets incurred prior to the Purchase Date, are and shall remain the sole responsibility of the Seller. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Seller specifically shall remain responsible for (a) any federal, state, local, franchise, income, sales, value-added or other taxes imposed upon the Seller or the Brand Assets for the period ending on the Purchase Date. Further, in no event shall the Buyer assume or incur any liability or obligation with respect to any income or other tax due by the Seller incident to or arising as a consequence of the consummation of the Transaction. 4.2 Except as may be specifically set forth herein, the Seller is neither assuming nor agreeing to pay, discharge or be liable for any liabilities and obligations of the Brand Assets in any way incurred after consummation of the Transaction, and nothing in the Agreement or otherwise shall be construed to the contrary. All liabilities and obligations of the Buyer or Brand Assets, whether known or unknown, direct or contingent, in litigation, threatened or not yet asserted with respect to any aspect of the Buyer or the Buyers ownership of the Brand Assets after consummation of the Transaction, are and shall remain the sole responsibility of the Buyer. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Buyer specifically shall remain responsible for (a) any federal, state, local, franchise, income, sales, value-added or other taxes imposed upon the Buyer or the Brand Assets for the period after consummation of the Transaction. Further, in no event shall the Seller assume or incur any liability or obligation with respect to any income or other tax due by the Buyer incident to or arising as a consequence of the consummation of the Transaction. 5. Liability Disclaimer and Indemnification EXCEPT AS MAY BE SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN, SELLER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE BUYER MAY USE THE BRAND ASSETS OR THAT USE OF THE BRAND ASSETS WILL NOT VIOLATE ANY RIGHTS OF A THIRD PARTY. BUYER AGREES THAT USE OF THE BRAND ASSETS IS AT ITS SOLE DISCRETION AND RISK AND THAT BUYER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY SUCH USE. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION THAT BUYER MAY OBTAIN FROM SELLER OR THROUGH THE SERVICES PROVIDED BY SELLER SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY NOT EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER, ITS SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE BRAND ASSETS OR THIS AGREEMENT (HOWEVER ARISING, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE). SELLER'S LIABILITY, AND THE LIABILITY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND SUPPLIERS, TO BUYER OR ANY THIRD PARTIES IN ANY CIRCUMSTANCE IS LIMITED TO THE BRAND FEE. YOU AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD SELLER AND (AS APPLICABLE) SELLER'S SHAREHOLDERS, SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS AND SUPPLIERS HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIM OR DEMAND, INCLUDING REASONABLE ATTORNEYS' FEES, MADE BY A THIRD PARTY DUE TO OR ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THE BRAND ASSETS, YOUR BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT OR YOUR VIOLATION OF ANY LAW OR THE RIGHTS OF A THIRD PARTY.

Buyer agrees that, regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, except as prohibited by law, any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to this Agreement or the Brand Assets, must be commenced within one (1) year after the cause of action arose; otherwise, such cause of action is permanently barred. 6 Representations and Warranties 6.1 Representations and Warranties of Seller. Seller makes the following representations and warranties to Buyer, which representations and warranties shall be true and correct as of the Purchase Date: (a) Seller has the full power and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the legal, valid and binding obligation of Seller. (b) Neither the execution, delivery or performance of this Agreement by Seller shall violate any order, writ, injunction or decree of any court, administrative agency or governmental body, or constitute a default under any contract, mortgage, lease or any other agreement, regulation or code to which Seller is a party or by which Seller or the Brand Assets are bound. (c) Seller has the right and authority to sell, transfer, assign, convey and deliver to the Buyer the Brand Assets free of any known liabilities and obligations and free and clear of all liens, charges, encumbrances and restrictions, other than future internet domain registration renewals. (d) There is no pending or threatened suit, action arbitration or legal proceeding, or governmental investigation, against or affecting the Seller or the Brand Assets, nor is the Seller aware of any facts which to its knowledge might result in any action, suit or proceeding. 6.2 Buyer makes the following representations and warranties to Seller, which representations and warranties shall be true and correct as of the Purchase Date: (a) Buyer has the full power and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the legal, valid and binding obligation of Buyer, and enforceable against Buyer in accordance with its terms. (b) The execution and delivery of this Agreement by Buyer and the performance of all obligations of Buyer hereunder have been duly authorized and approved. (c) Neither the execution, delivery or performance of this Agreement by Buyer shall conflict with any provision of the articles of incorporation or bylaws of Buyer, violate any order, writ injunction or decree of any court, administrative agency or governmental body, or constitute a default under any contract, mortgage, lease or any other agreement, regulation or code to which Buyer is a party or by which Buyer is bound. 7 Brokers 7.1 Brokers, Finders and other Intermediaries. Buyer and Seller each hereby acknowledges and agrees that any brokerage commissions and/or finder's fees due to any party in connection with the Transaction shall be paid by the party that engaged such broker, finder or intermediary, with no liability for fees, commissions or other sums however characterized attributable to the other party. 7.2 Indemnification. Buyer and Seller each hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless each other from and against any claim, damages, judgments, settlements, liabilities, and expenses (including without limitation, attorneys' fees and disbursements whether suit be brought or not, and in any administrative, regulatory, investigative, bankruptcy, insolvency and appellate proceedings) arising from any claim or demand asserted by any person or entity on the basis of its engagement as a finder or broker in connection with the Transactions or relating to any commissions or fees to be paid in connection therewith. 7.3 Survival. The provisions of this Article 7 shall survive the consummation of the Transaction and shall not be limited or eliminated by any provisions for the termination of this Agreement. 8 Default 8.1 Buyer's Default. If Buyer fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement, including not paying the Brand Fee, ("Buyer Default"), Seller shall, upon delivery of ten (10) days prior written notice to Buyer, have the right to terminate this Agreement, receive from Buyer within ten (10) days return of any and all rights, title and interest acquired in the Brand Assets, and receive payment of its out of pocket losses incurred in connection with this transaction (exclusive of loss profits) in an amount not to exceed the amount of the Brand Fee. 8.2 Seller's Default. If Seller fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement ("Seller Default"), Buyer shall, upon delivery of ten (10) days prior written notice to Seller, have the right to terminate this Agreement, return all acquired rights, title and interest in the Brand Assets to the Seller and receive a full refund of the Brand Fee within ten (10) days, which shall be Buyer's sole remedy at law or in equity. 9 Publication Rights Except as otherwise agreed in writing, Buyer and Seller agree that Seller and its subsidiaries, affiliates and authorized representatives shall retain the right in perpetuity to display any of the Brand Assets in its online and offline

documentation, along with the amount of the Brand Fee (including or not including any taxes), solely for reference purposes. 10 Miscellaneous 10.1 Attorneys' Fees. As used in this Agreement, "Attorneys' Fees" shall mean all attorneys' fees, costs and expenses, including such fees, costs and expenses incurred at the trial and appellate court levels as well as those fees, costs and expenses incurred in connection with pre-trial matters, bankruptcy matters and post judgment proceedings. In the event of any litigation arising out of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover Attorneys Fees. 10.2 Assignment. Seller and Buyer may each freely assign all or any part of its rights or obligations under this Agreement or in connection with the Transaction. 10.3 Governing Law, Venue and Jurisdiction. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to the principles of conflicts of law. Any suit, action or proceeding brought under this Agreement may be commenced and maintained (in addition to any other court of competent jurisdiction) in any State or Federal Court in Travis County, Texas and each party consents, agrees, and waives all objection to such jurisdiction and venue. 10.4 Effect of Partial Invalidity. If any one or more of the provisions of this Agreement shall, for any reason, be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provisions hereof, and this ,Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been made a part hereof. 10.5 Entire Agreement. All understandings and agreements heretofore made between the parties are merged in this Agreement. There are no oral promises, conditions, representations, understandings, interpretations or terms of any kind as conditions or inducements to the execution of this Agreement in effect between the parties. No change, amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless the same is in writing and signed by the parties hereto. 10.6 Waiver. The waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement by any of the parties hereto shall constitute a waiver of that provision, on that occasion, only, and shall not, with respect to any other occasion, constitute a future waiver of such term or provision or a waiver of any other term or provision of this Agreement. 10.7 Modifications. No change, amendment waiver or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless the same is in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement is sought. 10.8 Survival. All of the indemnities, representations, warranties and covenants of the Seller and Buyer contained in this Agreement shall survive the consummation of the Transaction. 10.9 Terms. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include the other genders whether used in the masculine or feminine or neuter gender, and the singular shall include the plural whenever and as often as may be appropriate. 10.10 Headings. Section, paragraph, and other headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not affect in any way the meaning in interpretation of this Agreement. 10.11 Recitals. The recitals set forth in the introductory clauses of this Agreement are true, correct and incorporated herein. 10.12 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their successors and assigns. 10.13 Binding Agreement. The terms, conditions, obligations, representations and warranties contained in this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of each of the parties hereto, their heirs, personal representatives or successors and assigns.

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