Privacy Policy

1. Overview

PanelRig.com ("PanelRig," "we," "us") provides free solar and energy calculator tools. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your choices.

2. Data We Collect

Calculator Inputs

We do not collect, store, or transmit any values you enter into our calculators. All calculations run entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your inputs never leave your device.

Automatically Collected Data

Like most websites, our servers and third-party services may automatically collect:

• IP address (anonymized where possible)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

This data is used in aggregate to understand traffic patterns and improve our tools. We do not use it to identify individual users.

3. Cookies & Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or aboutads.info.

Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous usage data. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Amazon Associates

PanelRig is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our site, Amazon may place cookies on your device to track the referral. We do not have access to data Amazon collects through these cookies.

4. How We Use Information

Any information we collect is used to:

• Improve our calculator tools and site experience
• Analyze aggregate traffic patterns
• Display relevant advertisements
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption on all pages. Since our calculators are client-side only, your calculation data never traverses a network and cannot be intercepted.

6. Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. External Links

Our site contains links to external websites (Amazon, DSIRE, NREL, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

8. Your Choices

• Cookies: You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Some site features may not work properly without cookies.
• Ad personalization: Opt out via Google's Ads Settings or NAI/DAA opt-out pages.
• Do Not Track: We honor Do Not Track signals where technically feasible.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, contact us at privacy@panelrig.com.