1. Introduction

Welcome to Top Solar Picks. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website. We are committed to respecting your privacy and complying with relevant data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and U.S. state privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact us using the details at the end of this policy.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of data from you:

• Personal Data: Your name and email address, if voluntarily submitted through forms or emails.
• Usage Data: Information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited on our site.
• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Used to enhance user experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze website traffic.

3. How We Use Your Data

• To operate, maintain, and improve our website and services.
• To communicate with you if you’ve submitted an inquiry or form.
• To provide relevant advertisements through third-party ad networks.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect against misuse or fraud.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are from the EU or UK, we process your data based on the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide data (e.g., newsletter signup).
• Legitimate Interests: To analyze usage and improve our services.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

5. Advertising & Monetization

We do not sell your personal data.

We display third-party advertisements (e.g., Google AdSense) that may use cookies or tracking pixels to deliver personalized ads. This supports our ability to offer free content and services.

You can manage or opt out of personalized advertising through your ad settings on third-party platforms.

6. Your Rights

Under the GDPR (EU & UK Residents)

• Right to access and receive a copy of your data.
• Right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
• Right to restrict or object to certain types of processing.
• Right to data portability to another service provider.
• Right to withdraw consent at any time, if consent was the basis for processing.

Under U.S. State Laws (CCPA, etc.)

• Right to know what personal information we collect and why.
• Right to request deletion of your personal information.
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal data (if applicable).
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

7. Data Retention & Security

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, and ensure that third-party service providers we work with also follow strong data protection practices.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Material changes will be communicated via email or site notification if appropriate.