Last updated: June 2026 · Applicable to solarstart.co.za
Solar Start is a trading name of King Coral (Pty) Ltd, registration number 2015/409709/07, a private company incorporated in the Republic of South Africa.
We operate the website solarstart.co.za as an independent solar energy information, lead generation, and product referral platform.
Registered address: South Africa · Email: solarstartsa@gmail.com
As required by the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (ECT Act), the above information is provided to identify the legal entity responsible for this website.
By accessing or using solarstart.co.za you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Solar Start provides:
Solar Start does not supply, install, or warrant any solar equipment or installation services. Any installer or product supplier you are connected with through this site is an independent third party. Solar Start accepts no liability for work carried out by referred parties.
The savings calculator on this site is provided for indicative purposes only. Projections are based on user-supplied inputs and assumed electricity tariff escalation rates and are not a guarantee of actual savings. Individual results will vary based on actual tariff changes, system performance, weather, and usage patterns.
All content on this site — including text, graphics, the Solar Start brand, and code — is the property of King Coral (Pty) Ltd and may not be reproduced without prior written permission.
To the maximum extent permitted by South African law, Solar Start and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from use of this site or reliance on its content.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any dispute shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
Solar Start is an independent platform and is not affiliated with Eskom, any municipality, or any government body. Our content is editorial and informational only — it does not constitute professional financial, engineering, or legal advice.
Solar Start earns referral commissions when you purchase products or engage installation services through links on this site. This comes at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services we believe are genuinely suitable for South African consumers.
Our editorial opinions are not influenced by affiliate relationships. Where a product is a paid placement or sponsored recommendation, it will be clearly labelled.
Prices displayed on this site are indicative and sourced from third-party retailers. Actual pricing may differ. Always confirm current pricing directly with the retailer before purchasing.
This Privacy Policy explains how Solar Start (operated by King Coral (Pty) Ltd) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
We do not collect your name, phone number, physical address, or payment information unless you explicitly provide it in a future service interaction.
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Our newsletter is managed via Mailchimp (Intuit Inc.). By subscribing you agree to Mailchimp's Privacy Policy. Every newsletter includes an unsubscribe link. You can opt out at any time with immediate effect.
This site may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site. Data collected is aggregated and anonymised wherever possible. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
Subscriber email addresses are stored on Mailchimp's servers, which are located outside South Africa. Mailchimp complies with applicable data protection regulations. We take reasonable technical measures to protect any data we hold, but cannot guarantee absolute security of internet transmissions.
We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed. Upon unsubscription, your data is removed from our active mailing list within 30 days. Backup copies may persist for up to 90 days.
This site contains links to third-party websites including product retailers and installer partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and recommend you review their policies independently.
Under POPIA, you have the right to:
Information Regulator (South Africa)
Website: inforegulator.org.za
Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za
To exercise any of the above rights, contact us at solarstartsa@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days as required by POPIA.
For any queries regarding these Terms or our Privacy Policy:
We aim to respond to all queries within 3 business days.