Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
Last updated: 7/19/2025
Overview
HowMuchSolar.com respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our solar estimator tool and request quotes from solar installers.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you request solar quotes, we collect:
- Name: To personalize communications and quotes
- Email address: For sending quotes and follow-up information
- Phone number: For installers to confirm our scheduled consultations
- Home address: To match you with local solar installers
- Property details: Square footage, roof characteristics, energy usage for accurate estimates
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and location data for local installer matching
- Browser type and device information for site optimization
- Usage analytics to improve our solar calculator accuracy
How We Use Your Information
Primary Purpose: Installer Matching
We use your information solely to connect you with up to 3 qualified solar installers in your area. Your contact details are shared only with these 3 selected installers for the purpose of providing you with competitive bids.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any other parties.
Additional Uses
- Improving our solar estimation algorithms and calculator accuracy
- Sending you relevant solar energy information (only if you opt-in)
- Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
- Complying with legal obligations and preventing fraud
Data Retention
Short-term retention: Your personal information is retained only until your solar quotes are fulfilled, typically 7-30 days after initial contact with installers.
Automatic deletion: After this period, your contact information is automatically removed from our systems unless you specifically request to remain in our database for future solar-related updates.
Information Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- SSL encryption for all data transmission
- Secure database storage with access controls
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correct: Update or correct any inaccurate personal information
- Delete: Request deletion of your personal information at any time
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from any marketing communications
- Withdraw consent: Revoke your consent for data processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@howmuchsolar.com.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services that may collect information:
- Mapbox: For address geocoding and location services
- reCAPTCHA: For spam protection and form security
- Email services: For sending quotes and communications
These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are under 18, please do not provide any personal information through our website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@howmuchsolar.com
Website: HowMuchSolar.com