Terms and Conditions of Use

Solar Scout Philippines (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a content-driven web platform designed to help Filipino homeowners and property owners research, understand, and make informed decisions about solar energy. The Website provides educational content, informational articles, solar energy calculators, and a directory of solar installers operating in the Philippines.

Solar Scout Philippines is a privately operated platform currently in its pre-marketplace phase. We do not install solar systems, sell solar equipment, or act as a licensed solar contractor. We do not represent, endorse, or guarantee the performance of any solar installer listed on or referenced by the Website.

By accessing, browsing, registering on, or submitting information through the Website, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or the legal age of majority in the Philippines.
• You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement.
• You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
• You are using the Website for lawful purposes and in compliance with applicable Philippine law.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

3.1 Content-Driven Platform

The Website currently operates as an informational and educational resource. Permitted uses include:

• Reading articles, guides, and blog content related to solar energy.
• Using our solar energy calculators and estimation tools.
• Submitting your contact information and/or energy usage details to receive solar-related updates, guides, or installer recommendations by email.
• Browsing installer information and comparisons provided on the platform.

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use the Website in any manner that:

• Violates any applicable Philippine law or regulation.
• Infringes the intellectual property rights of Solar Scout Philippines or any third party.
• Transmits unsolicited commercial messages, spam, or malicious code.
• Attempts to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or its systems.
• Scrapes, harvests, or extracts data from the Website without our prior written consent.
• Misrepresents your identity or affiliation when submitting information.
• Uses the Website to disparage competitors, post false reviews, or engage in deceptive practices.

4.1 Types of Information Collected

When you use certain features of the Website, we may collect the following categories of information:

• Contact Information— your name, email address, mobile number, and general location (city/municipality), submitted voluntarily when you subscribe to updates, inquire about solar installers, or fill out a contact form.
• Energy Usage Data— information you voluntarily provide when using our solar calculators, including your estimated monthly electricity bill, approximate system size, roof type, and electricity consumption data. This information is used solely to generate personalized solar estimates for your benefit.
• Technical Data— standard website analytics data such as IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and session duration, collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics 4).

4.2 Legal Basis for Collection (RA 10173 - Data Privacy Act)

We collect and process your personal information under the following lawful bases recognized by the National Privacy Commission (NPC) of the Philippines:

• Consent— you voluntarily provide your information by submitting a form or subscribing to updates on the Website.
• Legitimate Interest— we process technical data for website security and performance monitoring.
• Contract— if you request to be matched with a solar installer, processing is necessary to fulfill that request.

4.3 How We Use Your Information

We use collected information strictly for the following purposes:

• To send you solar energy guides, articles, and Website updates via email, provided you have subscribed.
• To generate and display personalized solar cost and savings estimates through our calculator tools.
• To respond to your inquiries and requests submitted through the Website.
• To improve the Website's content, functionality, and user experience.
• To monitor and protect the security and integrity of the Website.
• To comply with legal obligations under Philippine law.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not use your personal data for purposes incompatible with those stated above.

4.4 Email Communications and Opt-Out

By submitting your email address on the Website, you consent to receiving solar-related content, updates, and notices from Solar Scout Philippines. Every marketing email we send will include a clear and functional unsubscribe link. You may opt out at any time, and your request will be honored within five (5) business days.

Transactional communications (e.g., confirmation of form submissions) may be sent regardless of marketing preferences, as they are necessary to complete your request.

4.5 Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in these Terms, or as required by applicable law. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us at info@solarscout.ph.

4.6 Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act

As a subject of data under RA 10173, you have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

• Right to be Informed— to know how your data is collected and used.
• Right to Access— to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification— to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure or Blocking— to request deletion or blocking of your data.
• Right to Object— to object to the processing of your data on legitimate grounds.
• Right to Data Portability— to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint— to file a complaint with the National Privacy Commission.

To exercise any of these rights, contact our Data Protection Officer at: info@solarscout.ph.

The solar calculators and estimation tools available on the Website are provided for informational and educational purposes only. Results generated are approximations based on data you provide and publicly available solar industry benchmarks applicable to the Philippines.

Solar Scout Philippines makes no representation or warranty that the calculator outputs are accurate, complete, or applicable to your specific property, energy consumption profile, or location. Factors such as shading, roof orientation, panel degradation, grid conditions, and future electricity rate changes may materially affect actual system performance and savings.

Calculator outputs do not constitute a quotation, proposal, or offer for solar installation services. You should obtain formal assessments and quotations from licensed solar contractors before making any purchasing or investment decision.

The Website may include a directory of or references to solar installers operating in the Philippines. Any such listings are provided for informational purposes only. Solar Scout Philippines does not endorse, certify, sponsor, or guarantee any installer listed on or referenced by the Website.

We do not verify the current license status, insurance coverage, financial condition, or workmanship quality of any installer. You are solely responsible for conducting your own due diligence, including verifying credentials with the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB), the Department of Energy (DOE), and other relevant regulatory bodies before engaging any installer.

Any disputes arising between you and a solar installer are strictly between you and that installer. Solar Scout Philippines assumes no liability for the acts or omissions of any installer referenced on the Website.

All content on the Website — including but not limited to articles, blog posts, calculator logic, graphics, logos, trademarks, and the Solar Scout Philippines brand — is owned by or licensed to Solar Scout Philippines and is protected under Republic Act No. 8293 (Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines).

You may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, publicly display, or create derivative works from any content on the Website without our prior written consent. You may share links to Website content and quote brief excerpts for non-commercial purposes, provided you clearly credit Solar Scout Philippines and include a link to the original source.

8.1 No Professional Advice

Content on the Website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional engineering, financial, legal, or energy advisory advice. You should consult qualified professionals before making decisions about solar installation, financing, or energy contracts.

8.2 No Warranty

The Website and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Solar Scout Philippines disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, and non-infringement, to the fullest extent permitted by Philippine law.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Solar Scout Philippines, its founders, officers, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Website, including reliance on any content, calculator output, or installer reference found on the Website.

The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and monitor performance. Cookies used include:

• Functional cookies— required for the Website to operate correctly.
• Analytics cookies— used to understand how visitors interact with the Website (e.g., Google Analytics 4).
• Preference cookies— used to remember your settings and preferences.

You may control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some Website features. By continuing to use the Website after we have notified you about our cookie practices, you consent to our use of cookies as described above.

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including solar product pages, government resources (e.g., DOE, ERC, Meralco), and industry references. These links are provided for convenience only. Solar Scout Philippines does not control and is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party website. Accessing third-party links is done entirely at your own risk.

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any dispute arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Website shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation between the parties.

If negotiation fails, disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts of the Philippines. Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking injunctive or emergency relief where permitted by law.

Solar Scout Philippines reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without prior notice. We also reserve the right to update or amend these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on the Website and/or by email if you have subscribed.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms or our privacy practices, please contact us:

By using solar-scout.ph, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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