Your Privacy Matters

We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our data practices.

Last Updated: February 16, 2026

Privacy at a Glance

No Selling

We never sell your personal data to third parties

Secure

Industry-standard encryption protects your information

Your Control

You can access, update, or delete your data anytime

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Account Information: Name, email address, password (encrypted)
Profile Data: Optional demographic information, medical conditions (for personalized recommendations)
Forum Activity: Questions, comments, and interactions with experts
Contact Forms: Information submitted through contact or feedback forms
Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address for research updates

Automatically Collected Information

Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent, search queries, learning module progress
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, device identifiers
Cookies: Session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies
Location Data: General geographic location (city/state level) from IP address

How We Use Your Information

•Provide Services: Deliver personalized wellness recommendations, track learning progress, enable forum participation
•Improve Platform: Analyze usage patterns to enhance content, features, and user experience
•Communication: Send research updates, respond to inquiries, provide customer support
•Research: Aggregate anonymized data for cannabis research trends and educational insights
•Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
•Legal Compliance: Fulfill legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help operate our platform (hosting, analytics, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
Safety & Security: To protect rights, property, or safety of our users or the public
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)
With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing with specific third parties

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
Encrypted storage of sensitive information
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Access controls and authentication requirements
Employee training on data protection practices
Incident response and breach notification procedures

Note: No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights & Choices

•Access: Request a copy of your personal data
•Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
•Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
•Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (link in every email)
•Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences through browser settings
•Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

Required for site functionality (login, security, preferences)

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings and personalization choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit site functionality.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

International Users

Our services are operated from the United States. If you access our platform from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. or other countries.

GDPR Compliance: For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements including data protection principles, lawful processing bases, and individual rights.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of material changes via email or prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Questions About Privacy?

If you have questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Team:

Email: [email protected]

Response Time: Within 48 hours