Leafly Privacy Policy

Item: Leafly
Rating: 35
Author: Terms.Law Editorial Team

Last updated: January 2026 | Reviewed: February 2026

Best privacy practices among cannabis platforms. Still collects extensive browsing and preference data but provides more control than competitors.

Grade C

Bottom Line: Leafly is the privacy leader among cannabis platforms, though that is a low bar. They collect preference and browsing data, use location for nearby dispensaries, and can share data with dispensary partners. They provide some deletion options but reserve rights to disclose to law enforcement. Given the federal illegality of cannabis, users should understand the risks of any data collection in this space.

Category Scores

Data Collection Scope 40/100

Location Tracking 32/100

Third-Party Sharing 38/100

Law Enforcement Disclosure 30/100

User Control & Deletion 35/100

Key Findings

🔒 Preference & Strain Data Collection

Leafly collects detailed information about your cannabis preferences including strains viewed, effects searched, and product interests. This creates a detailed profile of your cannabis consumption patterns.

"We collect information about your interactions with our Services, including strains and products you view, searches you conduct, and your expressed preferences and effects."

🔒 Location for Dispensary Discovery

Leafly uses location data to show nearby dispensaries. While useful, this creates a record of your location when seeking cannabis products.

"We collect location information to provide dispensary recommendations and delivery options in your area."

🔒 Dispensary Partner Sharing

When you interact with a dispensary through Leafly, they share your information with that dispensary for fulfillment and marketing purposes.

"When you place an order or express interest in a dispensary, we share your contact information and order details with the dispensary to facilitate your transaction."

🔒 Law Enforcement Disclosure

Leafly reserves the right to disclose your data to law enforcement in response to legal process. Given federal prohibition, this data could theoretically be requested by federal agencies.

"We may disclose your information in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or comply with law."

Recommendation

For Users: Leafly offers the best privacy among cannabis platforms but still collects sensitive data. Consider browsing without an account for general information, and limit account usage to essential transactions.

Privacy Tips: Disable location when not needed, use private browsing, and periodically request data deletion if you have an account. Consider the risks of any cannabis platform having your purchase history.