Since 2018, we have launched cannabis websites for UK and US businesses. Below are our core services for cannabis cultivators.
Cannabis companies & CBD products website services.
Website Design & Build
We offer full design and build services for CBD companies, specialising in e-commerce with WooCommerce and WordPress and user journey optimisation.
Branding
A great brand is the foundation of an excellent cannabis website design. We offer full brand asset design, guidelines, logos and packaging.
Cannabis-Friendly Payment Gateway
Your website can accept payments from the UK and EU. We offer integration and guidance for CBD-friendly payment gateways, ensuring smooth transactions.
Search Engine Optimisation
High-risk industry SEO services, onsite optimisation and strategic link building. We get your website to rank and attract the right audience.
Website Hosting
Cannabis-friendly website hosting, WordPress optimised, fast, secure and SSL certified, so your business website is reliable and protected.
Content Creation
Our quality content, written by cannabis experts, plays two important roles. It entices users to purchase and improves the website’s ranking on search engines.
Client Success Stories
Build Your Cannabis Brand with Cude’s Web Design & Digital Marketing.
Our deep knowledge of cannabis and years of experience in international markets means we can build a custom web design solution for your Cannabis brand or company wherever you are based.
And we walk the talk because we’ve been there ourselves.
We know many of the challenges you face because we faced each of them when we launched our cannabis brand and many times since working with Cannabis industry clients around the world.
Whether you need a new website design, a refresh, or a way to franchise cannabis websites, you’re in good hands. Our team of web design experts lives and breathes the cannabis business. We follow the latest trends and the biggest cannabis brands from the US to the UK and Europe.
We’ve been in web development and design for 13 years. We’re proud to be one of the UK’s top WordPress agencies for digital marketing in the Cannabis industry.
“From day one, Wes and his team have been an invaluable part of getting my business off the ground.”
Scott MacdonaldHappy Hemper
Who We Work With
WooCommerce
Harness the power of WooCommerce with our specialized cannabis web design services. As an open-source platform, WooCommerce offers complete control over your cannabis website, allowing you to customize every aspect to fit your unique needs.
Enjoy seamless integration, extensive plugin options, and scalable solutions that ensure your site remains a great website as your business grows. With WooCommerce, you can create a tailored online store that perfectly aligns with your brand and operational requirements.
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Shopify
Choose Shopify for a streamlined setup of your cannabis website. Shopify simplifies establishing an online presence with user-friendly tools and reliable hosting, making it ideal for businesses in the cannabis space. Benefit from integrated online ordering systems, secure payment gateways, and professional templates that enhance your store’s appearance.
While Shopify offers ease of use, it does limit some customization options compared to open-source platforms. However, it is perfect for those who prioritise convenience and robust support.
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eCommerce Marketplace
Expand your reach with a customized marketplace tailored for the cannabis industry. As a leading cannabis web design agency, we build fully functional platforms where users can easily register and sell their cannabis-related products.
Our bespoke solutions support diverse business models, ensuring seamless transactions and robust security. Empower your cannabis businesses to thrive in a competitive market with a marketplace that enhances visibility, fosters community, and drives sales. Let us create a dynamic online ecosystem tailored to your specific needs.
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Ongoing Support
Ensure your cannabis website remains secure and up-to-date with our comprehensive ongoing support services. We provide regular maintenance, performance monitoring, and timely updates to keep your site running smoothly.
Our expert team is always available to handle technical issues, implement new features, and optimize your website for peak performance. Let our dedicated team handle the technical aspects so you can focus on expanding your business with a dependable and efficient online presence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you help me find a payment processor for my Cannabis business?
Finding a payment processor for a CBD business can be tough because many financial institutions consider the industry high-risk. This high-risk designation is because of the complex legal and regulatory environment surrounding CBD products.
But we can help. We have connections with UK and European payment processors that will work with CBD businesses. These processors do standard transactions and support subscription-based payments on your website. Our expertise and network mean you get access to reliable payment solutions so you can focus on growing your business, not payment processing headaches.
What platform do you use for Cannabis/CBD websites?
We use WordPress and WooCommerce to build and manage CBD websites. WordPress is a powerful open-source content management system that gives us total control over everything on your website. This open-source nature sets it apart from proprietary platforms like Shopify, where limitations on customisation and functionality can be restricted.
Using WordPress with WooCommerce, an open-source e-commerce plugin, gives us flexibility and scalability. We can create a custom online store for your CBD business that can grow and adapt as your business grows.
One of the big advantages of using WordPress and WooCommerce is the wider range of payment gateways. Unlike Shopify, which restricts you to its payment system and a limited selection of third-party gateways, WooCommerce supports many payment processors. This is especially good for CBD businesses, which are often high-risk and require special payment solutions. With WooCommerce, we can integrate multiple payment gateways so you have multiple reliable and diverse ways to process transactions.
By choosing WordPress and WooCommerce, you get a flexible, secure and highly customisable platform that controls your website and supports your business’s unique needs and goals.
Is Cannabis illegal?
US
Yes and no. Recreational cannabis use is legal in many states, but it’s not legal at a federal level. This means the federal government can’t force the state government to arrest cannabis users and sellers, but cannabis is just as illegal as heroin at a federal level.
This makes it challenging for cannabis dispensaries and even CBD sellers. Banks and other institutions are usually bound by federal law, and therefore, establishing payment gateways and other financial aspects of a cannabis business can be restricted without these service providers.
UK
Yes. Classified as a Class B drug with severe penalties, recreational cannabis use is illegal in the UK. Medical cannabis has been legal since 2018 but requires a prescription from a registered specialist doctor.
EU
Recreational cannabis use is illegal in all EU countries except Malta. There are plans to legalise cannabis in several other EU countries, including Germany, Luxembourg and Switzerland. In the Netherlands, cannabis use is tolerated in certain circumstances.
Is CBD Oil illegal?
US
No. When the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (also known as the Farm Bill) was signed into law, CBD oil’s manufacture, sale and transport became legal at a federal level. For CBD oil to be legal, it must be derived from hemp with 0.3% THC or less.
UK
No. CBD oil is legal in the UK as long as the THC level in the hemp plant is below 0.2%. However, CBD food products require authorisation under the Novel Foods Act before being sold in the UK. No CBD extracts or isolates have been authorised.
EU
No. According to the highest court in Europe, CBD oil is not a narcotic drug as it has not been shown to have harmful or psychotropic effects. CBD is, therefore, legal in all EU countries.
Is it legal to sell CBD flower in the UK?
No. Industrial hemp (from which CBD is extracted) falls under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. The parts of the plant that are not controlled are the stems, stalk and seeds once separated from the plant. Everything else is classified as Cannabis, which is a Class B drug (whether it’s marijuana or hemp).
So CBD flower or CBD bud is illegal to sell in the UK, no matter the THC level. This is different in the EU, where hemp flowers can be sold.
Ignite Your Digital Presence
with Cude Design.
Focusing on emerging trends, we at Cude are adept at designing and developing websites that significantly improve your digital footprint.
