SolarIndustry.ro (operated by BTN Group) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse site traffic, and personalise content. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences (such as login status, dark/light mode, language) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re‑enter them each visit.

Types of cookies we use

• Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, security, load balancing).
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g., page views, time on site, bounce rate). We use privacy‑friendly analytics where possible.
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings (e.g., dark/light mode, collapsed sidebar).
• Third‑party cookies: Some services (like embedded maps or social sharing) may set their own cookies. We have no control over those.

Managing cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies via your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website (e.g., you may not be able to log in to the Community Monitor).

For detailed instructions, visit your browser’s help section.

Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us.

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Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy & Security policy explains how SolarIndustry.ro (operated by BTN Group) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services, including the Community Grid Monitor.

Information we collect

• Anonymous usage data: IP address (anonymised), browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent, referring URLs. This data is used only for analytics and security.
• Account data (Community Monitor only): When you register, we generate a random username and store a hashed 6‑digit PIN. No email address, real name, or phone number is ever collected.
• Solar system data: If you contribute, we store technical specifications (panel brand, inverter type, battery capacity, location at county level, etc.) – always anonymised (no direct link to your identity beyond the random username).
• Alert data: Grid alerts are stored with a reference to your system and the random username.

How we use your information

• To operate the Community Grid Monitor and display public dashboards (aggregated statistics).
• To improve our website, content, and services based on usage patterns.
• To respond to your inquiries (if you email us).
• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax or regulatory reporting).

Data security

We implement industry‑standard security measures, including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers.
• Hashed passwords (PINs) using bcrypt – we never store plain‑text PINs.
• Regular security updates and monitoring for vulnerabilities.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Aggregated, anonymised statistics (e.g., total installed capacity per county, number of alerts per technology) may be shared with:

• Energy authorities (ANRE, Transelectrica) for grid planning.
• Research partners and academic institutions.
• The general public via the website (dashboards, analytics).

Any such sharing is always in aggregated form that cannot be traced back to an individual user or system.

Your rights

Depending on your location (e.g., within the EU), you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
• Object to certain processing activities.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@solarindustry.ro.

Children’s privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy & Security policy occasionally. The latest version will always be available on this page. Significant changes will be notified via a notice on the website.

For any questions or concerns, contact us at contact@solarindustry.ro.

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Welcome to SolarIndustry.ro. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Use of the website

You may use the website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or other users’ data.
• Distribute malware, spam, or other harmful content.
• Scrape or harvest data without our explicit permission.
• Use the site in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the website or interfere with others’ use.

Intellectual property

All content, trademarks, logos, data, graphics, and software on this site are the property of BTN Group or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, or publicly display any content from this site without prior written permission from BTN Group, except for your own personal, non‑commercial use (e.g., saving an article for reference).

User contributions (Community Monitor)

By submitting solar system data, alerts, or any other content to the Community Grid Monitor, you grant BTN Group a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free, perpetual, irreversible, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content (in anonymised, aggregated form) for the purpose of operating the website, creating analytics, and sharing with third parties (e.g., grid operators).

You represent and warrant that any data you submit is accurate and that you have the right to submit it.

Disclaimer of warranties

The information on this site is provided “as is” and “as available” for general informational purposes only. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information. Market data, technology costs, and statistics are estimates based on available sources and may not reflect real‑time values.

We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error‑free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BTN Group, its affiliates, directors, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from your use of or inability to use the website, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid us (if any) to use the site.

Third‑party links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We have no control over the content or privacy practices of those sites and assume no responsibility for them. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement.

Governing law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Romania, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Romania.

Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. The latest version will always be available on this page. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at contact@solarindustry.ro.

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