Information We Collect
When you use Sativa University, we may collect information you provide directly, such as your email address and display name when creating an account, strain reviews and experience data you submit, and questions or answers you post. We also collect standard usage data through cookies and analytics tools, including pages visited, search queries, and device information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to operate and improve the Sativa University platform, personalize your experience (such as strain recommendations and journal insights), display community-contributed content (reviews, experiences, Q&A), send communications you have opted into (such as newsletters), and analyze usage patterns to improve our content and features.
Community-Contributed Content
When you submit a strain review, log an experience, or post a question or answer, that content becomes part of the Sativa University community database. Your display name will be shown alongside your contributions. You may request removal of your contributions by contacting us.
Third-Party Services
Sativa University uses the following third-party services that may collect data:
- Google Analytics — for website traffic analysis and usage statistics
- Cloudflare — for content delivery, security, and performance optimization
- Cloudways / DigitalOcean — for web hosting infrastructure
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Cookies
We use cookies for essential site functionality (authentication, session management), analytics (understanding how visitors use the site), and caching (improving page load performance). You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Data Retention
Account information is retained as long as your account is active. Community contributions (reviews, experiences) are retained as part of the platform database. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
Your Rights
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you, request correction of inaccurate information, request deletion of your account and personal data, and opt out of non-essential communications. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the information below.
Children’s Privacy
Sativa University is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 21. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 21.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us through our contact page.
Last updated: March 2026
