Privacy Policy
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Introduction
Solatube International, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website or services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for an account
- Place an order or make a purchase
- Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
- Contact us via email, phone, or contact forms
- Participate in surveys or promotions
- Register a product for warranty
This information may include:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Payment information (credit card numbers, billing address)
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Product preferences and purchase history
- Any other information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:
- IP address and device identifiers
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Clickstream data and browsing patterns
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Order Processing: To process and fulfill your orders, manage payments, and handle returns or exchanges
- Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries, provide technical support, and address customer service requests
- Marketing: To send you promotional materials, newsletters, and special offers (with your consent)
- Account Management: To create and manage your account, process registrations, and maintain your preferences
- Website Improvement: To analyze website usage, improve our services, and enhance user experience
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and interests
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and unauthorized access
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, shipping, data analytics)
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
- With Your Consent: When you have given explicit consent for us to share your information
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and use personal information. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us: If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@solatube.com or 888-765-4530.
Terms of Service
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Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the Solatube website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.
Use License
Permission is granted to temporarily download one copy of the materials on Solatube's website for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:
- Modify or copy the materials
- Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display
- Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the website
- Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
- Transfer the materials to another person or "mirror" the materials on any other server
This license shall automatically terminate if you violate any of these restrictions and may be terminated by Solatube at any time.
Product Information and Pricing
We strive to provide accurate product information, descriptions, and pricing. However, we do not warrant that product descriptions, pricing, or other content on this site is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.
We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions and to change or update information at any time without prior notice. We also reserve the right to limit quantities purchased per person, per household, or per order.
Orders and Payment
By placing an order, you agree to provide current, complete, and accurate purchase and account information. You agree to promptly update your account and payment information so we can complete your transactions and contact you as needed.
All orders are subject to product availability and acceptance by Solatube. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including but not limited to product availability, errors in pricing or product information, or suspected fraud.
Warranties and Disclaimers
The materials on Solatube's website are provided on an "as is" basis. Solatube makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including, without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.
Product warranties are provided separately with product documentation. Please refer to individual product warranty information for specific terms and conditions.
Limitations of Liability
In no event shall Solatube or its suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on Solatube's website, even if Solatube or a Solatube authorized representative has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage.
Revisions and Errata
The materials appearing on Solatube's website could include technical, typographical, or photographic errors. Solatube does not warrant that any of the materials on its website are accurate, complete, or current. Solatube may make changes to the materials contained on its website at any time without notice.
Links to Third-Party Sites
Solatube has not reviewed all of the sites linked to its website and is not responsible for the contents of any such linked site. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by Solatube of the site. Use of any such linked website is at the user's own risk.
Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that state or location.
Contact Us: For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at legal@solatube.com or 888-765-4530.
Cookie Policy
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What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to help us understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about how you use our site, including pages visited and any error messages encountered.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website, deliver advertisements, and so on. Third-party cookies we use include:
- Google Analytics for website analytics
- Social media platforms for content sharing and social features
- Advertising networks for targeted advertising
- Payment processors for secure transaction processing
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please keep in mind that removing or blocking cookies can impact your user experience and may prevent certain parts of our website from functioning fully.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow some control of cookies through browser settings. You can:
- Block all cookies from all websites
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
- Get notifications before cookies are stored
Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies by visiting:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us: For questions about our Cookie Policy, contact us at privacy@solatube.com or 888-765-4530.
Return Policy
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Return Eligibility
You may return eligible items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange. Items must be in their original, unopened packaging and in new, unused condition.
To initiate a return, please contact us at returns@solatube.com or call 888-765-4530 to receive a Return Authorization (RA) number.
Non-Returnable Items
The following items are not eligible for return:
- Custom or personalized products
- Special order items
- Items damaged by misuse or normal wear and tear
- Items missing original packaging or accessories
- Items returned more than 30 days after delivery
- Opened software or downloadable products
Return Process
- Contact us to obtain a Return Authorization number
- Securely package items in original packaging with all accessories
- Include the RA number on the shipping label
- Send to the address provided in your return authorization
Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item was defective or we made an error in your order.
Refund Processing
Once we receive and inspect your returned item, we'll process your refund within 5-10 business days. Refunds will be issued to the original payment method.
For complete return policy details, please see our Shipping & Returns page.
Contact Us: For return questions, contact returns@solatube.com or 888-765-4530.
Accessibility Statement
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Our Commitment
Solatube International, Inc. is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to achieve these goals.
Standards and Guidelines
We aim to conform to the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.
Our efforts to meet these standards include:
- Providing alternative text for images and visual elements
- Ensuring keyboard navigation is possible throughout the site
- Maintaining sufficient color contrast ratios
- Using semantic HTML markup
- Providing clear headings and page structure
Ongoing Improvements
We regularly review our website to identify and address accessibility barriers. We welcome feedback on how we can improve accessibility.
Assistance and Feedback
If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or need assistance accessing information or functionality, please contact us:
- Email: accessibility@solatube.com
- Phone: 888-765-4530
- Mail: Solatube International, Inc., 2210 Oak Ridge Way, Vista, CA 92081-8341
We will respond to accessibility concerns within 5 business days.
Third-Party Content
Some content on our website may be provided by third parties. While we strive to ensure all content meets accessibility standards, we may not have full control over third-party content.
Contact Us: For accessibility questions or to report barriers, contact accessibility@solatube.com or 888-765-4530.