These guidelines apply to websites or online stores hosted with BionicWP that sell CBD or other hemp-derived products, excluding hemp-based clothing.

Stores selling only clothing made from hemp are not subject to these restrictions. However, if your website also sells CBD or other hemp-derived products, the requirements outlined below apply.

If you plan to sell CBD or hemp-derived products while hosting your website with BionicWP, you must use an approved payment gateway that supports CBD transactions and complies with applicable laws and regulations.

Currently approved providers include:

• Square — available for approved CBD merchants in the United States.

• Viva Wallet — available for approved CBD merchants in select European countries.

Both providers maintain their own approval and compliance processes for CBD and hemp-related businesses.

Square offers a review and approval program for merchants selling CBD and hemp-derived products in compliance with U.S. laws and regulations.

For businesses operating within eligible European countries, Viva Wallet may support CBD payment processing subject to their approval requirements and regional availability.

CBD and hemp-related websites may be hosted with BionicWP provided that:

• You use an approved CBD-compatible payment processor.

• Your products comply with applicable local, national, and international laws.

• Your website follows our Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policies.

This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.

CBD and hemp regulations vary significantly by country, state, and region. It is your responsibility as the website or store owner to understand and comply with all laws applicable to:

• The location where your business operates

• The regions where your products are sold or shipped

• Product labeling and marketing

• Tax collection and reporting

• Shipping and fulfillment

We strongly recommend consulting qualified legal counsel before launching or operating a CBD-related website or store.

Under U.S. federal law, hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3% THC may qualify as legal hemp. However, the industry remains heavily regulated.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates hemp-derived products, including CBD products used in food, beverages, supplements, cosmetics, and therapeutic claims.

Examples of restrictions may include:

• Prohibitions on certain CBD-infused consumable products

• Labeling requirements

• Restrictions on medical or therapeutic claims

• Marketing and advertising limitations

Failure to comply with these regulations may result in civil or criminal penalties.

State and local regulations may differ from federal law and may impose additional restrictions.

You are responsible for ensuring that your products are legal in:

• Your business location

• The locations where your customers reside

• Any jurisdictions where products are shipped

Within the EU, THC limits and CBD regulations vary by member state.

Businesses operating within the EU are responsible for ensuring:

• THC levels remain within legal thresholds

• Product categories are permitted in their jurisdiction

• Local labeling, import/export, and marketing regulations are followed

Shipping providers may maintain their own restrictions regarding CBD and hemp-derived products.

Before shipping products, confirm with your carrier that:

• CBD shipments are permitted

• Required declarations or forms are completed

• Your products meet shipping compliance standards

You are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable tax laws related to CBD and hemp-derived product sales, including:

• Sales tax

• VAT

• Import/export duties

• Regional tax obligations

BionicWP reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate hosting services for websites that:

• Violate applicable laws or regulations

• Breach our Terms of Service

• Operate in a manner deemed high-risk or non-compliant

Support services may also be limited or declined in cases involving policy violations.

CBD and hemp-derived products operate within a highly regulated legal environment. As a hosting provider, BionicWP must ensure that websites using our platform comply with applicable laws and payment processing requirements.

Before launching your CBD or hemp products store, we recommend:

1. Obtaining approval from an approved payment processor such as Square or Viva Wallet.

2. Confirming that your bank accepts deposits related to CBD sales.

3. Verifying that your shipping provider allows CBD shipments.

4. Ensuring your products and marketing comply with all applicable regulations.

No. While hemp products containing less than 0.3% THC may be federally legal in some jurisdictions, regulatory agencies may still impose strict requirements related to manufacturing, labeling, advertising, and distribution.

Possibly. Eligibility depends on your country, local regulations, and whether you use an approved payment processor that supports CBD businesses in your region.

CBD businesses are considered high-risk by many financial institutions and payment providers.

Approved providers such as Square and Viva Wallet have dedicated compliance and vetting processes for CBD merchants, which helps ensure regulatory compliance and payment stability.

Yes. Selling CBD products without proper approval from your payment provider may result in account suspension or termination.

If your payment provider no longer supports your CBD business, you may be required to switch to another approved processor or discontinue CBD-related sales while hosted with BionicWP, or we may offer a different solution depending on the case.

Not usually. CBD merchant approvals often require manual review and compliance verification, which can take time depending on the provider and region.

Bank policies vary significantly. We recommend contacting your bank directly to confirm whether they support CBD-related merchant deposits.

In many cases, yes. However, third-party services, plugins, marketing platforms, or payment systems may have their own CBD-related restrictions and policies.

No. Some carriers require additional declarations or documentation for CBD shipments. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with all shipping regulations.