Terms of Use

Last Updated: December 12, 2024

Introduction #

Welcome to www.searchsolar.com (hereinafter referred to as "SearchSolar" or "the Website" or "we"). SearchSolar is an industry guide information service website. We provide services such as information release and subscription, brand promotion, email push notifications through sections like news updates, email groups, company directories, and product directories.

By continuing to use this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to accept these policy terms which are subject to revision from time to time. If you do not agree with any content of this privacy policy, you should immediately stop using the Website and related services.

Usage Rules #

1. Users can browse publicly available content on the Website without registering an account. However, to publish news updates, reply to messages, interact with other users, or use advanced features, registration and login are required.

2. Upon successful registration and verification, users can log in using their account and password. Users are responsible for safeguarding their account credentials and must not share them with third parties or transfer, lend, or co-use accounts. If unauthorized use of an account is detected, it should be reported to the Website immediately. The Website is not liable for any issues arising from hacker attacks or user negligence. Users are legally responsible for all activities conducted under their account.

3. Users must provide accurate and valid personal information and update it promptly if changes occur. Users are solely responsible for the authenticity, legality, and validity of the information registered on the Website. Impersonating others, publishing under someone else's name, or misleading other users by maliciously using an account will result in immediate revocation of account usage rights and legal liabilities borne by the user.

4. Any direct or indirect use of the Website’s services and data (e.g., via RSS feeds or external API references) implies unconditional acceptance of all terms. Users who disagree with any term should cease using SearchSolar's services.

5. The Website is a platform for sharing and obtaining information. All published content is public, and users assume full responsibility for the information they share. Any information users wish to keep private should not be posted on the Website.

6. Prohibited Activities: Users must not use the Website to engage in any activity that violates Chinese laws or social ethics. The Website reserves the right to delete any content that breaches these commitments.

7. Users must not create, upload, copy, publish, spread, or reprint content that:

• Opposes the basic principles established by the Constitution;
• Endangers national security, leaks state secrets, undermines national unity;
• Damages national honor and interests;
• Incites ethnic hatred or discrimination, disrupts ethnic unity;
• Violates national religious policies, promotes cults or superstitions;
• Spreads rumors, disrupts social order, stability;
• Contains obscene, pornographic, gambling-related, violent, murderous, terrorist, or criminal content;
• Defames or slanders others, infringes on their rights;
• Contains other content prohibited by law or administrative regulations.

8. The Website has the right to review and supervise user activities. Violations may lead to corrective actions, including altering or deleting content, suspending or terminating service, with users bearing all associated responsibilities and losses.

Intellectual Property #

The Website is a platform for acquiring, sharing, and disseminating information. We encourage users to create and publish original content while recognizing the importance of protecting intellectual property. Protecting IP is a fundamental principle of our operations.

1. All original content published by users (including but not limited to posts, comments, replies) retains its copyright with the user. Users can authorize third parties to use their content without needing SearchSolar's consent.

2. The Website’s logos, layout designs, text, images, graphics, etc., are protected by copyright, trademark, and other relevant laws. Without permission from the respective rights holders (including the Website and original creators), these elements may not be directly or indirectly published, used, modified, or redistributed on any platform.

3. To promote knowledge sharing, users grant the Website a free, irrevocable, non-exclusive, perpetual, global license to use their published content across various products and services (including websites, mobile apps, and other internet platforms). The Website also has the right to publish this content on its third-party platform accounts.

4. Unless otherwise stated by the author or prohibited by law, non-commercial redistribution of content outside the Website requires attribution to the original author, providing a link to the source, and noting “Published on SearchSolar.” Modifications or commercial uses require separate authorization from the user.

5. Users must ensure they own the rights to the content they upload or have obtained proper authorization. If third parties raise objections regarding copyrights or other rights, the Website reserves the right to delete the content and hold the user accountable for any resulting damages.

6. Users agree to authorize SearchSolar or its designated agents to take actions against third parties infringing on user rights, including warnings, complaints, legal proceedings, or negotiations. Users agree to participate in joint enforcement when necessary.

7. The Website has the right but not the obligation to review user-generated content and handle infringement claims according to applicable laws.

Personal Information #

Users agree to the collection and use of personal information by the Website for the following purposes:

• Collecting email addresses, passwords, names, company affiliations, and job titles during account registration.
• Gathering additional personal details provided by users when completing profiles, such as default language, country/region, status signature, biography, and avatar.
• Collecting browser/device type, language, IP address, and timezone information when using SearchSolar.
• Collecting resume information (age, gender, phone number, email, project experience, work history, education) for job-seeking/recruitment services.
• Reading and obtaining publicly available information from third-party accounts (nicknames, avatars) when logging in via third-party platforms.
• Conducting internal audits, data analysis, and research to improve products and services.

SearchSolar respects and protects the personal information of all users. Non-public personal information will not be shared with third parties except under the following circumstances:

• With explicit prior consent from the user.
• Necessary for the normal operation of SearchSolar's services.
• Required to protect the legitimate rights of the Website, its affiliates, or the public interest.
• When disclosing necessary information to third parties for cooperative services.
• As required by law.

The Website does not bear responsibility for any personal information leakage, loss, theft, or tampering caused by:

• Hacker attacks, computer viruses, government control, or other uncontrollable events leading to temporary service disruptions.
• User actions such as sharing account credentials or engaging in unconventional operations.
• Issues arising from linked third-party websites.

Infringement Handling #

Content published by users on SearchSolar represents individual opinions and does not reflect the Website's stance. If individuals or entities discover content infringing on their rights, they should first attempt to contact the author. If unresolved, they can file a complaint with SearchSolar. The Website reserves the right to take actions, including modifying or deleting content, suspending or terminating user access, with users bearing all associated responsibilities and losses.

Disclaimer #

We cannot guarantee the accuracy of user-generated content such as posts, reviews, and replies.

Content published by users reflects their personal views and does not represent the Website's position. Publishers are responsible for their content and any disputes arising therefrom. The Website disclaims all legal and associated liabilities.

SearchSolar does not guarantee that its services will meet all user requirements or that services will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.

For service interruptions or defects due to force majeure or factors beyond our control, SearchSolar assumes no liability but will strive to minimize user impact.

Terms Update #

To adapt to internet developments, legal changes, and business needs, SearchSolar reserves the right to modify these terms. Changes will be published on the Website, which can be considered as notification from SearchSolar. We may also remind you of the changes through emails or private messages.

Continued use of the Website after modifications indicates acceptance of the updated terms. Users who disagree with changes should cease using the Website.

Contact Us #

If you have any questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding these terms of use, please contact us at policy@searchsolar.com. For support related to the Website's products and services, email support@searchsolar.com or submit a service ticket here.