PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy explains how Bard Boys Oxnard, operated by Advocate Society, LLC, collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or shop at our dispensary at 2550 E Vineyard Ave, Suite 210, Oxnard, CA 93036.

We keep this simple because your privacy isn't complicated — we respect it. If you have questions, call us at (805) 981-4996.

1. What We Collect

In-Store Purchases:

• —Government-issued ID information (for age verification as required by California law)
• —Transaction records (what you purchased, when, and how much)
• —Contact information if you opt into our membership or marketing programs

Website Visits:

• —Standard web analytics (pages visited, browser type, device type, general location)
• —Cookies for site functionality and analytics
• —Any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms

2. How We Use Your Information

• —To verify your age and comply with California cannabis regulations
• —To process your purchases and maintain required transaction records
• —To send you deals and promotions (only if you opt in)
• —To improve our website and customer experience
• —To respond to your questions or feedback

3. What We Don't Do

This is just as important:

• —We do not sell your personal information to third parties
• —We do not share your purchase history with anyone outside of what's required by law
• —We do not send marketing messages unless you explicitly opt in
• —We do not store your ID information beyond what's required for compliance

4. Data Protection

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted data storage and secure point-of-sale systems. Our compliance with California Department of Cannabis Control regulations includes strict data handling protocols for all customer records.

5. Your California Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:

• —Know what personal information we collect about you
• —Request deletion of your personal information
• —Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we don't sell it, but the right is yours)
• —Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

To exercise any of these rights, call us at (805) 981-4996 or visit the store. We'll handle it.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies for basic functionality and analytics. We use these to understand how people use our site so we can make it better. You can disable cookies in your browser settings — the site will still work, though some features may be limited.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may link to third-party services (Weedmaps, Google Maps, Instagram, Facebook). These services have their own privacy policies. We're not responsible for how they handle your data — check their policies directly if you have concerns.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for anyone under 21 (or 18 for medical patients). We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, contact us and we'll delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our practices or regulations change. Updates take effect when posted to this page. We encourage you to check back periodically, but we won't make sneaky changes — if something significant shifts, we'll make it clear.