Our Story
Founded in 2008, we’ve grown from a small startup to a global leader in the cannabis industry. Our dedication to transparency, education, and community has set us apart, and today, we proudly serve cannabis consumers and businesses in the U.S. and worldwide.
“Freedom to choose. Freedom to access. Freedom to enjoy.”
Rooted in Justice and Cannabis Culture
Weedmaps was born out of a deep commitment to the cannabis community and a dedication to righting historical injustices associated with cannabis prohibition.
US History
1996 : Prop 215
California becomes first state to legalize medical marijuana with the Compassionate Care Act
2012: Legalization
Washington and Colorado became the first U.S. states to legalize cannabis for recreational use.
2016: research unrestricted
The U.S. allows more cannabis research. California, Nevada, Maine, and Massachusetts legalize.
2018: the farm bill
Hemp becomes federally legal in the U.S. Michigan becomes the 10th state to legalize cannabis.
2020: essential business
Cannabis industry continues operations during the pandemic.
weedmaps history
2008: Launch
Weedmaps launched on July 30th, 2008.
2010: partnerships emerge
Launch of the Weedmaps iOS app, and Weedmaps TV on YouTube. Partnership with the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (Norml).
2011: major growth
Launch of Weedmaps Android app and Acquisition of Marijuana.com.
2016: media movement
Weedmaps are finalists for TechCrunch’s Best App of 2016 and launched on social media platforms.
2020: monumental change
Weedmaps announces agreement for public listing with an initial valuation of $1.5 billion.
2021: legitimacy expanded
Weedmaps rings opening bell at the Nasdaq.
2023 – Paradigm Shift
As the judicial, legislative, and executive branches become more favorable toward progressive cannabis policy, the reality of federal cannabis legalization becomes closer.
Cannabis is medically legal in 40 states and recreationally legal in 24 states and Washington, DC. Today, Weedmaps empowers cannabis consumers and businesses in all 40 of those states and DC.
Rooted in Justice and Cannabis Culture
Weedmaps was born out of a deep commitment to the cannabis community and a dedication to righting historical injustices associated with cannabis prohibition.
2023 – Paradigm Shift
As the judicial, legislative, and executive branches become more favorable toward progressive cannabis policy, the reality of federal cannabis legalization becomes closer.
Cannabis is medically legal in 40 states and recreationally legal in 24 states and Washington, DC. Today, Weedmaps empowers cannabis consumers and businesses in all 40 of those states and DC.
Cannabis and Compassion
uprooted
For the majority of California’s cannabis history, the community revolved around medical patients.
All that changed when Proposition 64 came into existence. Inadequate licensing along the supply chain leaves medical cannabis patients with limited options and inconsistent supply. Meanwhile, the cost of retail makes it hard for those on fixed incomes to afford.
The Exit Drug
The Exit Drug documentary, created by Weedmaps, investigates how cannabis could play a major role in ending the opioid crisis, a public health emergency that kills an average of 115 U.S. citizens a day.
According to neuroscientist Dr. Adie Wilson-Poe, cannabis has the potential to significantly improve public health by diminishing our reliance on opioids. The Exit Drug explores the course of opioid addiction, from initial usage (typically after an injury) to drug relapse, and how cannabis could be the solution to reduce harm and promote help.
Defending Delivery
For the majority of California’s cannabis history, the community revolved around medical patients.
All that changed when Proposition 64 came into existence. Inadequate licensing along the supply chain leaves medical cannabis patients with limited options and inconsistent supply. Meanwhile, the cost of retail makes it hard for those on fixed incomes to afford.
Social Equity
We are committed to supporting thriving, legal cannabis marketplaces, fostering diversity, and encouraging participation from minorities and economically disadvantaged individuals in the cannabis economy.
To fulfill this commitment, we provide a range of free services and in-kind offerings for social equity entrepreneurs to help ensure they have the opportunity to compete in the industry.
More at Weedmaps
We created Learn to offer reliable educational resources for novice and connoisseur consumers alike.
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Browse our career openings and cultivate your career in the cannabis and tech world.
A community connecting cannabis consumers, patients, retailers, doctors, and brands since 2008.
