Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how SkaLz, a New York–licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary, collects, uses, and protects information when you visit https://www.skalz.store. This policy applies to all website visitors, customers, and users of our online services.
By using this website, you agree to the data practices described below. This site is intended for adults 21 years of age or older only.
Who We Are
SkaLz operates as a New York State–licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary. Our physical retail location is in Vestal, NY, and our license is issued and regulated by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM).
Website address: https://www.skalz.store
License ID: OCM-RETL-24-000236
Information We Collect
We collect limited information necessary to operate this website, respond to inquiries, and maintain compliance with applicable laws.
- Information you voluntarily provide (such as contact form submissions or emails)
- Basic technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
- Interaction data related to site navigation and embedded services
We do not collect medical information, health data, or sensitive personal identifiers through this website.
Comments and User Submissions
If comments are enabled on the site, we collect the information shown in the comment form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
An anonymized hash of your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service to display a profile image. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/.
Comments and their metadata may be retained indefinitely to allow follow-up comments to be approved automatically.
Cookies and Local Storage
Our website uses cookies and browser storage to support core functionality and compliance requirements. This may include:
- Session cookies for site navigation
- Preference cookies to improve user experience
- Age-verification and compliance confirmations
Cookies do not contain personal identification details and may be cleared at any time through your browser settings. Some features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
Embedded and Third-Party Services
This site may include embedded content or services from third-party providers, including but not limited to:
- Google Maps (for store location)
- Carrot menu and ordering interface
- Spam detection and security services
Embedded services may collect data as if you visited their platform directly. SkaLz does not control how third-party platforms collect or use data.
How We Use Your Information
- To respond to inquiries and customer messages
- To operate and secure our website
- To maintain compliance with state regulations
- To improve site performance and usability
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information for marketing purposes.
Data Retention
Information is retained only as long as necessary for operational, legal, or security purposes. Some records may be retained to comply with applicable laws or regulatory obligations.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.
Requests can be made by contacting us directly using the information on our Contact page.
Age Restriction
This website and all related services are intended for adults 21 years of age or older. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for in-store purchases.
We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 21.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page.