CBD & Cannabis Security
This industry has unique requirements:
- Regulatory complexity - Rules vary dramatically by location
- Age restrictions - Must prevent underage access
- Geographic limitations - Can’t ship everywhere
- Payment challenges - Limited processor options
- Compliance documentation - Need proof of restrictions
Compliance-Driven Security
For CBD/cannabis, geographic blocking isn’t optional - it’s required.
Geographic Restrictions
You must block:
- States where your products are illegal
- Countries where you can’t ship
- Regions with specific restrictions
VPN Blocking
Critical for compliance:
- Prevent geographic circumvention
- Ensure age verification isn’t bypassed
- Maintain compliance documentation
Other Threats
Clone Sites
Clone sites may:
- Sell counterfeits
- Ignore compliance requirements
- Damage your legitimate brand
Fraud
CBD products attract fraud due to:
- Product value
- Resale potential
- Payment processor restrictions
Protection Configuration
Geographic Blocking (Required)
Use SecurEcommerce to:
- Block non-legal states
- Restrict international access
- Document compliance efforts
VPN Blocking (Recommended)
Prevent geographic bypass.
Clone Detection
Monitor for impersonators who might:
- Ignore compliance requirements
- Damage your reputation
- Sell counterfeits
Compliance Documentation
SecurEcommerce logs can help demonstrate:
- Geographic restrictions are in place
- VPN bypass prevention is active
- Blocking is functioning
This documentation may be valuable for compliance purposes.