Privacy Policy & Terms | Validated Strategy Group (VSG)

Privacy Policy & Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: April 23, 2025
Effective Date: April 23, 2025

Important Note

This policy applies to websites and services operated by Validated Strategy Group (VSG), including VSG Solar and domains such as vsgstrategies.com and vsgsolar.com. VSG is a for-profit business and is not affiliated with the nonprofit Get Solar Help, Inc.

1. Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions (the “Policy”) apply to the websites, services, intake forms, booking pages, communications, and related offerings operated by Validated Strategy Group (“VSG,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), including VSG Solar.

This Policy applies to visitors, leads, clients, and customers who access our websites or engage our services. By using our websites, submitting information, booking calls, or purchasing services, you agree to this Policy.

Nonprofit separation: VSG is a for-profit consulting business. It operates independently and is not affiliated with, operated by, or acting on behalf of the nonprofit Get Solar Help, Inc. Any nonprofit activities, donations, or services are handled separately under Get Solar Help, Inc. and are not part of VSG’s commercial operations.

2. Nature of Services

VSG provides consulting, advisory, strategy, and project guidance services. This may include solar project evaluation, planning support, decision support, system review, and coordination assistance.

VSG does not perform licensed electrical, construction, engineering, or installation work. Any guidance we provide is advisory in nature and is based on industry experience and the information provided by you.

3. Referrals and Compensation Disclosure

VSG may introduce or refer clients to third-party service providers, contractors, manufacturers, software platforms, or other partners based on a client’s needs and project scope.

Compensation: VSG may receive compensation in connection with certain referrals, including referral fees, lead fees, commissions, revenue share, or other forms of consideration. Unless expressly disclosed in writing, any such compensation does not change VSG’s fees paid by the client.

Clients acknowledge and agree that:

  • All referred third parties operate independently.
  • VSG does not supervise, control, or guarantee third-party work, pricing, timelines, or outcomes.
  • You are not required to use any referred provider and may choose any provider you prefer.
  • Any agreement for third-party services is between you and the third party.
4. No Agency, No Fiduciary Duty

Nothing in this Policy creates a partnership, joint venture, agency relationship, or fiduciary relationship between VSG and any client or third party. VSG does not act as a general contractor, project manager of record, legal advisor, financial advisor, or licensed trade professional.

You are responsible for engaging qualified, licensed professionals where required by law and for performing your own due diligence.

5. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Contact information: name, email, phone number, mailing address, and business information you provide.
  • Project and intake information: details you submit about your solar or energy needs, equipment, usage, and goals.
  • Communications: messages sent via email, SMS, forms, or support channels.
  • Transaction information: purchase history, invoices, and payment status (payment data is processed by third parties).
  • Technical information: device type, browser type, and basic analytics data.
6. Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to operate our websites and understand basic traffic patterns. We may use third-party tools for analytics, form delivery, scheduling, communications, and advertising measurement.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

7. Utility Data

If you authorize access to utility usage data (for example, through a utility “share my data” program), we use that data only to provide the services you requested. We do not sell utility usage data.

You may revoke access through your utility account settings. If access is revoked, we will stop using utility data obtained under that authorization and will retain or delete records as required for compliance, recordkeeping, and dispute resolution.

8. Data Retention

We retain records as required for business operations, tax compliance, dispute resolution, and legal obligations. You may request deletion of personal data, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.

9. Payments, Refunds, and Charge Disputes

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, services require payment in advance. Payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors. VSG does not store full payment card details unless explicitly authorized.

Refunds: Because services involve professional time and advisory work, refunds are limited. Refunds may be issued at VSG’s discretion if services are not delivered due to VSG-related delays. No refunds are provided for delays caused by client inaction or failure to provide required information.

Charge disputes: Clients agree to contact VSG in good faith to attempt resolution before initiating a chargeback. Documentation of work performed, communications, and delivered materials may be used to respond to payment disputes.

10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

VSG provides advisory guidance based on industry experience and information available at the time. We do not guarantee outcomes, production results, financial savings, incentive eligibility, timelines, or third-party performance.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, VSG is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from use of our websites, services, referrals, or guidance.

11. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

Parties agree to attempt good faith resolution of any dispute before initiating formal legal action. If arbitration is used, it may be administered by AAA or JAMS, and you may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of accepting these terms by submitting written notice to VSG.

This Policy is governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Claims eligible for small claims court may be brought in small claims court instead of arbitration.

12. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict certain personal information. To request support for a privacy request, contact us using the details below.

We do not sell personal data. We may share data with service providers only as needed to operate our websites, deliver services, process payments, or communicate with you.

13. Contact Information

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (925) 701-8300
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 353, Herald, CA 95638

If you are contacting us about VSG Solar, you may also use [email protected].

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of our websites or services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.

15. Acceptance of Terms

By using our websites, submitting information, booking calls, or purchasing services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Policy.