--- title: "Getting Started - FAQ | Cannabivo" description: "Everything you need to know about Cannabivo and how to use it" canonical: https://cannabivo.com/frequently-asked-questions/getting-started language: en robots: index, follow og_type: website language_alternates: en: https://cannabivo.com/frequently-asked-questions/getting-started.md cs: https://cannabivo.com/cs/casto-kladene-otazky/zakiname.md de: https://cannabivo.com/de/haeufig-gestellte-fragen/erste-schritte.md es: https://cannabivo.com/es/preguntas-frecuentes/comenzando.md fr: https://cannabivo.com/fr/questions-frequentes/commencer.md hu: https://cannabivo.com/hu/gyakran-ismetelt-kerdesek/kezdoknek.md it: https://cannabivo.com/it/domande-frequenti/iniziare.md nl: https://cannabivo.com/nl/veelgestelde-vragen/aan-de-slag.md pl: https://cannabivo.com/pl/najczesciej-zadawane-pytania/rozpoczecie.md pt: https://cannabivo.com/pt/perguntas-frequentes/a-comecar.md ru: https://cannabivo.com/ru/часто-задаваемые-вопросы/начало-работы.md tr: https://cannabivo.com/tr/sikca-sorulan-sorular/baslarken.md zh: https://cannabivo.com/zh/常见问题/ru-men-zhi-nan.md ja: https://cannabivo.com/ja/よくある質問/始めるにあたって.md ar: https://cannabivo.com/ar/الأسئلة-الشائعة/البدء.md ko: https://cannabivo.com/ko/자주-묻는-질문/시작하기.md pt-br: https://cannabivo.com/pt-br/perguntas-frequentes/getting-started.md hi: https://cannabivo.com/hi/अक्सर-पूछे-जाने-वाले-प्रश्न/शुरुआत-करना.md generated: 2026-07-21 --- > **Machine-readable Markdown rendering.** This is a Markdown representation of a web page, > served for AI agents and crawlers as a token-efficient alternative to the full HTML. > Full interactive HTML version: https://cannabivo.com/frequently-asked-questions/getting-started > Canonical URL: https://cannabivo.com/frequently-asked-questions/getting-started > Available languages: en, cs, de, es, fr, hu, it, nl, pl, pt, ru, tr, zh, ja, ar, ko, pt-br, hi [ Back to FAQ](/frequently-asked-questions "faq-breadcrumb-link") # Getting Started Everything you need to know about Cannabivo and how to use it What is Cannabivo?Cannabivo is the world's leading platform for discovering cannabis social clubs, licensed coffee shops, and smoking lounges. Our comprehensive directory features verified venues across multiple countries, each with profiles, photos, opening hours, location information, and community reviews — giving you everything you need to explore regulated cannabis culture wherever you travel. We continuously add new countries as legislation evolves, making Cannabivo your global guide to safe, legal, and informed visits. Which countries does Cannabivo cover?Cannabivo currently lists venues in Spain, Germany, Malta, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Uruguay, with new countries added as their cannabis regulations develop. Each country operates under a different legal framework — from private member associations in Spain and Germany, to licensed coffee shops in the Netherlands, pilot-programme clubs in Switzerland, and registered associations in Uruguay. Our team monitors legislative developments worldwide to ensure we list only venues operating within their applicable legal framework. Is Cannabivo free to use?Browsing Cannabivo is completely free. You can search for clubs and coffee shops, explore venue profiles, view photos, read community reviews, and access general information without registering. An age confirmation is required to access the platform. Certain details — such as verified contact information, precise location data, navigation tools, and direct messaging — are available to pass holders. Creating a free account also lets you save favourite venues. How do I find a club near me?Use the search bar to find venues by city, region, or country. Apply filters to refine results by distance, opening hours, tourist-friendly status, or venue type. Our interactive map lets you visually explore all verified listings in any area. On mobile, location-based search automatically suggests venues near your current position. What does "verified" mean on a club listing?A verified listing means Cannabivo has confirmed the venue's existence, location, and basic operational details. Verified clubs have provided documentation to confirm their legal status within their jurisdiction. Verification is a factual quality standard — it is not an endorsement, a paid placement, or a guarantee of membership or entry. How does the age verification gate work?Cannabivo is an adult platform. When you visit for the first time, you are asked to confirm you are 18 years or older. Once confirmed, your device remembers this for future visits. All content on the platform is intended strictly for adults. Club visits always require valid government-issued ID regardless of your Cannabivo account status. Does Cannabivo sell cannabis?No. Cannabivo is a directory and information platform — we do not sell, supply, or distribute cannabis in any form. We help adults discover and navigate legally operating cannabis social clubs, coffee shops, and lounges. Any cannabis you may access at a venue is handled exclusively by that venue under its own licence and legal framework. Cannabivo has no involvement in any transaction between you and a club. Is using Cannabivo legal in my country?Accessing an information directory is legal in virtually every country. Cannabivo provides factual information about venues in jurisdictions where regulated cannabis access exists. We do not encourage illegal activity. What you choose to do with that information — including travelling to visit a venue — is your personal decision and your responsibility. Laws vary significantly by country; always check local regulations before travelling. Can authorities see what I search for on Cannabivo?Cannabivo does not share your search history or browsing activity with any government authority, law enforcement body, or third party. Our privacy policy governs all data handling. Standard browser security (HTTPS encryption) protects data in transit. We collect only what is necessary to operate the service. You do not need to identify yourself to browse venue listings.