Terms of Service

 

Effective Date: May 7, 2025

Welcome to WhatSolar.au (“Website”, “Service”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the WhatSolar.au website and all related subdomains (e.g., geraldton.whatsolar.au), including any tools, services, or information provided through the platform.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

1. Purpose of This Website

WhatSolar.au is an independent information and comparison platform designed to help Australian homeowners and businesses explore solar power solutions. We provide:

  • Educational articles and guides

  • Comparison tools for local solar providers

  • A lead generation form to connect users with solar installers

  • Region-specific information via dedicated subdomains

We do not provide installation or maintenance services directly.

We may display third-party advertisements or sponsored content on some pages. Sponsored listings or articles will be clearly marked. Advertising relationships do not influence our editorial content.

2. No Guarantee of Results

While we strive to provide accurate, timely, and helpful information, we make no guarantees about:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content

  • The quality or suitability of solar providers listed or contacted via the site

  • The outcomes or financial returns from any solar installation

Solar rebates, feed-in tariffs, and installation costs may vary by location, eligibility, and policy changes. Always confirm details with the appropriate government body or provider.

Users are encouraged to independently verify quotes, credentials, and service agreements with third-party providers.

3. Use of the Site

You agree to use this site for lawful purposes only. You must not:

  • Use the site to distribute spam or malicious content

  • Attempt to breach the site’s security or interfere with normal operations

  • Collect or misuse personal information from other users

We reserve the right to suspend or block access to users who violate these terms.

4. Third-Party Providers and Lead Generation

When you request a quote through the Website, your inquiry may be forwarded to independent third-party solar providers. We are not a party to any agreement between you and those providers.

By submitting a quote request, you consent to being contacted by one or more solar providers via phone, email, or SMS.

We may receive referral fees or commissions from providers in exchange for sending them qualified leads. This does not affect the objectivity of the content published on our site.

We may use automated systems or filters to match your quote request with the most relevant local providers based on your region, property type, or preferences.

5. Content Ownership and Copyright

All original content, including text, graphics, images, and branding elements on this website, is owned by WhatSolar.au or licensed appropriately.

This includes region-specific content, rebate calculators, and state-by-state guides developed uniquely for the WhatSolar.au platform.

You may view or print content for personal use, but you may not reproduce, republish, or distribute it for commercial purposes without prior written consent.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, WhatSolar.au disclaims all liability for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from:

  • Reliance on content provided on the site

  • Interactions with third-party providers listed or linked on the site

  • Any technical issues, delays, or errors in the site’s functionality

Use of this website is at your own risk.

6A. Sponsored Content and Advertising

From time to time, we may publish sponsored articles or display advertising banners provided by third parties. These will be clearly disclosed within the content or layout.

Sponsored content will not influence our editorial tone or factual accuracy. While we may receive compensation for hosting such content, our primary goal remains to deliver unbiased, useful solar information to Australian users.

7. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described therein.

View our Privacy Policy at: https://whatsolar.au/privacy-policy

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” above. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Western Australia. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms or the use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Western Australia.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

11. Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on WhatSolar.au may be affiliate links. If you click one of these links and make a purchase or sign up with a third-party provider, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

We only partner with trusted providers and our recommendations are based on independent research, not affiliate status.