But you can post to X, that’s if you are willing to put up with the rest of diarrhea on that platform.
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Don’t use META if you’re opening a Cannabis Brand, use X instead!
If you’ve ever tried running a cannabis business, you know the deck is stacked against you from day one. No traditional banking services, zero federal benefits, and the constant stigma of operating in a federally illegal market. Yet despite these hurdles, the cannabis industry has proven to be as resilient as the plant itself, finding creative ways to not just survive, but thrive.
When conventional business channels slammed their doors shut, cannabis entrepreneurs did what they do best – they adapted. Social media became their new storefront, content creation their marketing department, and direct community engagement their customer service hub. The digital space offered a lifeline, allowing brands to build followings, educate consumers, and drive sales without the astronomical costs of traditional advertising.
But even in the digital realm, cannabis businesses walk a tightrope. One day you’re building a thriving online community, the next your account is suspended without warning or explanation. Just ask the folks at Service Disabled Veterans in Cannabis, whose Instagram account was recently nuked simply for having “cannabis” in their name and a leaf in their logo. No warnings, no appeals process – just digital exile.
However, while Meta-owned platforms like Instagram continue their puzzling crusade against legal cannabis businesses, a surprising ally has emerged: X (formerly Twitter). Under Elon Musk’s leadership, the platform has taken a more rational approach to cannabis content, allowing businesses and advocacy groups to operate with relative freedom. It’s a breath of fresh air in an otherwise stifling social media landscape.
Today, we’re diving deep into the world of cannabis censorship on social media. We’ll explore why platforms like Instagram seem hell-bent on suppressing legal cannabis content, examine the emerging opportunities on X, and share some strategies for building a resilient social media presence in an industry that’s still fighting for legitimacy. Because let’s face it – if there’s one thing cannabis entrepreneurs know how to do, it’s finding a way forward, no matter how many obstacles get thrown in their path.
