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Growatt ShinePhone setup & account transfer guide

How to create a ShinePhone account and add your Growatt inverter — whether you're setting up monitoring for the first time or taking over a system previously registered to an installer or previous homeowner. Covers serial number location, account creation, and the orphaned account transfer process.
  • First-time account creation & inverter linking
  • Orphaned installer account transfer process
  • ShinePhone app & ShineServer portal guide
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There are two common reasons you need this guide — the setup process is different for each.

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I have a GivEnergy system consisting of two batteries, two inverters and a controlling EMS (Energy Management System) which has not worked since Nov 2025. After six months I discovered Solar Tech Support, reached out to them and Ron phoned me back – how often do you get that service? Could not be more helpful – worked directly with me over the phone, outside what I would call normal working hours. Lucid explanations and we were able to discuss the issues and history using camera and email history. As this was a very rare setup, Ron was able to access an EMS expert in the field to confirm the solution. One sunny day in, I am now only paying for standing charge and a few pence for spikes in grid consumption while battery catches up with house demand.

Ian · May 2026 Trustpilot

When my GivEnergy system had an issue, I was completely left without support and had honestly lost all hope. Thankfully, I searched online and found Ron, which completely turned things around. After sending him a message, he responded incredibly fast and called me to assure me that he would get the problem fixed. I really admire his dedicated, supportive nature and his determination to find a solution. With this kind of outstanding attitude and customer service, he has absolutely secured a future customer in me.

Sree · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

Dennis Brown · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron took me through a diagnostic to confirm my GivEnergy Inverter had a fault. A common one as it turns out with the AC Inverter. As GivEnergy is defunct there is no immediate fix, aside from sourcing 2nd hand replacement. It may be that a fix becomes available over the summer which would make a lot of GivEnergy customers happy (Again)

Tony Deacon · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Ron with a problem and he sorted it out quickly with no problems at all. Very knowledgeable on anything solar/ batteries. I would recommend him to anyone

Phill · May 2026 Trustpilot

I've spoken to Ron a couple of times with issues with my Givenergy installation. Such a friendly knowledge guy very highly recommended. Thank you very much for resolving my issues

michael fairhurst · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support in desperation. After explaining the issues I had with my system a diagnosis was made and a solution proposed. Fantastic service, even contacted a manufacturer to arrange replacement parts for me. Great communications, explained all they were doing and what I had to do, clearly and precisly. Followed up to confirm all was ok. Excellent service.

Mr Machin · May 2026 Trustpilot

After GivEnergy went into liquidation, just my luck, my battery started playing up (internal board crashed). Contacted my installer - not interested! Found Solar tech support on a Google search. Sooo glad I found this company! Ron is extremely helpful and has plenty of experience. He soon confirmed what the fault was, and helped me to get my system up and running again. Now moved my GivEnergy account to Solar tech support, and will definitely use again if I have more issues. Unusual to find such a helpful company in these times, no morons reading scripts, just direct contact with the engineer.

Keith Ballard · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support when trying to understand what my Givenergy inverter problem might be and what might be my options. Received good/honest advise which backed up my thoughts.

Hugh Speirs · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Ron is a super star. Two months ago my GivEnergy battery failed a firmware upgrade leaving it a brick. My installer couldn't/wouldn't fix it. GivEnergy couldn't/wouldn't fix it. Then they went into administration and all hope was lost. A flurry of emails later and Ron had diagnosed the fault (failed USB flash drive, something I'd suspected) and talked me through resolving it. Two months of nothing resolved in about 3 hours. It's great to work with someone who pays attention to the details, knows that they're doing (not just following a script) and gets stuff sorted without a fuss or up-charging.

Christopher · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I can add to the list of customers who had already 'given up' on GivEnergy due to their appalling customer service, and that was before they went into administration (their Trustpilot reviews don't lie!). So you can imagine my desperation when, having changed my ISP and my Inverter, predictably, proving to be the only device that didn't connect automatically to my new network, I found zero prospect of any customer support with GivEnergy having called in the administrators just five days earlier! The salvation came from Solar Tech Support. My IT advisor stumbled across their web site and some very helpful tips for beleaguered GivEnergy customers, as well as an offer to provide direct assistance. Nothing ventured, I decided to drop them an E-Mail, with very low expectations based on my experience of GivEnergy customer support. Within an hour Ron had responded with some pin point advice, and after a few exchanges of E-Mails he had nailed the problem, enabling the combined efforts of my IT advisor and solar installer to resolve it and reconnect my Inverter. Thank you Solar Tech Support, and Ron in particular, for coming to the aid of a deserted and despondent GivEnergy customer. Expert, razor sharp advice and first class customer service, even though I wasn't officially a customer.

customer · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing . If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.

Andy Thomas · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!

Philip · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I have a GivEnergy system consisting of two batteries, two inverters and a controlling EMS (Energy Management System) which has not worked since Nov 2025. After six months I discovered Solar Tech Support, reached out to them and Ron phoned me back – how often do you get that service? Could not be more helpful – worked directly with me over the phone, outside what I would call normal working hours. Lucid explanations and we were able to discuss the issues and history using camera and email history. As this was a very rare setup, Ron was able to access an EMS expert in the field to confirm the solution. One sunny day in, I am now only paying for standing charge and a few pence for spikes in grid consumption while battery catches up with house demand.

Ian · May 2026 Trustpilot

When my GivEnergy system had an issue, I was completely left without support and had honestly lost all hope. Thankfully, I searched online and found Ron, which completely turned things around. After sending him a message, he responded incredibly fast and called me to assure me that he would get the problem fixed. I really admire his dedicated, supportive nature and his determination to find a solution. With this kind of outstanding attitude and customer service, he has absolutely secured a future customer in me.

Sree · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

Dennis Brown · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron took me through a diagnostic to confirm my GivEnergy Inverter had a fault. A common one as it turns out with the AC Inverter. As GivEnergy is defunct there is no immediate fix, aside from sourcing 2nd hand replacement. It may be that a fix becomes available over the summer which would make a lot of GivEnergy customers happy (Again)

Tony Deacon · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Ron with a problem and he sorted it out quickly with no problems at all. Very knowledgeable on anything solar/ batteries. I would recommend him to anyone

Phill · May 2026 Trustpilot

I've spoken to Ron a couple of times with issues with my Givenergy installation. Such a friendly knowledge guy very highly recommended. Thank you very much for resolving my issues

michael fairhurst · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support in desperation. After explaining the issues I had with my system a diagnosis was made and a solution proposed. Fantastic service, even contacted a manufacturer to arrange replacement parts for me. Great communications, explained all they were doing and what I had to do, clearly and precisly. Followed up to confirm all was ok. Excellent service.

Mr Machin · May 2026 Trustpilot

After GivEnergy went into liquidation, just my luck, my battery started playing up (internal board crashed). Contacted my installer - not interested! Found Solar tech support on a Google search. Sooo glad I found this company! Ron is extremely helpful and has plenty of experience. He soon confirmed what the fault was, and helped me to get my system up and running again. Now moved my GivEnergy account to Solar tech support, and will definitely use again if I have more issues. Unusual to find such a helpful company in these times, no morons reading scripts, just direct contact with the engineer.

Keith Ballard · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support when trying to understand what my Givenergy inverter problem might be and what might be my options. Received good/honest advise which backed up my thoughts.

Hugh Speirs · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Ron is a super star. Two months ago my GivEnergy battery failed a firmware upgrade leaving it a brick. My installer couldn't/wouldn't fix it. GivEnergy couldn't/wouldn't fix it. Then they went into administration and all hope was lost. A flurry of emails later and Ron had diagnosed the fault (failed USB flash drive, something I'd suspected) and talked me through resolving it. Two months of nothing resolved in about 3 hours. It's great to work with someone who pays attention to the details, knows that they're doing (not just following a script) and gets stuff sorted without a fuss or up-charging.

Christopher · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I can add to the list of customers who had already 'given up' on GivEnergy due to their appalling customer service, and that was before they went into administration (their Trustpilot reviews don't lie!). So you can imagine my desperation when, having changed my ISP and my Inverter, predictably, proving to be the only device that didn't connect automatically to my new network, I found zero prospect of any customer support with GivEnergy having called in the administrators just five days earlier! The salvation came from Solar Tech Support. My IT advisor stumbled across their web site and some very helpful tips for beleaguered GivEnergy customers, as well as an offer to provide direct assistance. Nothing ventured, I decided to drop them an E-Mail, with very low expectations based on my experience of GivEnergy customer support. Within an hour Ron had responded with some pin point advice, and after a few exchanges of E-Mails he had nailed the problem, enabling the combined efforts of my IT advisor and solar installer to resolve it and reconnect my Inverter. Thank you Solar Tech Support, and Ron in particular, for coming to the aid of a deserted and despondent GivEnergy customer. Expert, razor sharp advice and first class customer service, even though I wasn't officially a customer.

customer · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing . If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.

Andy Thomas · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!

Philip · Apr 2026 Trustpilot
Before you start
Serial number

Find your Growatt inverter serial number

You need the inverter serial number to add your system to ShinePhone. Without it, you cannot register the device to your account. Find it before you start — it will save you having to go back to the inverter mid-setup.

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Inverter label (most reliable)

The serial number is printed on a white or silver label on the side or bottom panel of the inverter. On most Growatt models it is a 10-character code — letters followed by numbers. Look for the field labelled S/N or Serial No.

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Installation documentation

If you received a handover pack from your installer or the previous homeowner, the serial number should be on the system specification sheet or commissioning certificate. Check any paperwork left in the property.

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ShinePhone (if already linked)

If the system is already showing data in ShinePhone under another account, the serial number may be visible in the device settings. Tap the plant, then the device, and look for the device information or details screen. This also confirms the exact format to use when contacting Growatt for a transfer.

Serial number format: Growatt serial numbers are typically 10 characters and follow formats like NExxxxxxxxx or similar alphanumeric codes. If you have a WiFi datalogger (a small plug-in device attached to the inverter's RS485 port or USB slot), that also has its own serial number — make sure you use the inverter serial, not the datalogger serial, when registering in ShinePhone.
First-time setup
New account

Setting up ShinePhone for the first time

Follow these steps if the system has never been registered in ShinePhone, or if you're setting up your own account independently of any previous installer account. If ShinePhone tells you the device is already registered to another account, skip to the account transfer section.

1
Download the ShinePhone app

Search for ShinePhone on the Apple App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android). The official app is published by Growatt New Energy Technology Co. Ltd. Download and install it — the app is free. The app connects to the ShineServer cloud platform at server.growatt.com.

2
Create a ShineServer account

Open ShinePhone and tap Register to create a new account. Enter your email address and set a password. You can also register directly at server.growatt.com in a web browser — both use the same account. Use an email address you own and will always have access to, not a shared or temporary address.

Important: Register with your own email — not your installer's. If the account is registered to an email you don't control, you will not be able to recover access to it later. This is the single most common reason homeowners lose monitoring access.
3
Create a Plant (your installation)

Once logged in, tap the + icon and select Add Plant. Enter your installation details — address, installation date, and system capacity if known. The Plant is the container for your inverter(s) and battery. Give it a name you'll recognise, such as your house name or address.

4
Add your inverter using its serial number

Inside the Plant, tap Add Device and enter your inverter serial number exactly as it appears on the label — matching case. ShinePhone will search for the device on the Growatt network. If the serial is accepted, the inverter will be linked to your plant.

Already registered error? If ShinePhone says the device is already registered or belongs to another account, stop here. You cannot override this — you need an account transfer. See the account transfer section below.
5
Connect the WiFi datalogger to your home network

For live data to appear in ShinePhone, the Growatt WiFi datalogger (the small device attached to your inverter's communications port) must be connected to your home WiFi. If data doesn't appear within 5–10 minutes of adding the device, the datalogger may not be online. See WiFi not connecting for step-by-step help.

Account transfer
Ownership transfer

Transferring a Growatt ShinePhone account to a new owner

Most Growatt systems installed before 2022 were registered under the installer's ShineServer account, not the homeowner's. When you buy a property with solar already installed — or your installer has gone out of business — you inherit a system you can't access. This is called an orphaned account, and it requires a formal transfer request to Growatt.

A You can contact the original installer

If the installer is still trading and accessible, the simplest route is to ask them to either remove the system from their account (so you can add it fresh) or transfer the plant to a new account in your name via ShineServer.

  • Quickest route — can be done same day
  • Installer logs into ShineServer and reassigns plant ownership
  • No documentation required — handled within the portal
B Orphaned account — installer unreachable

If the installer has gone bust, is unresponsive, or the account was set up under a previous homeowner's details, you need to go directly to Growatt UK to request a forced transfer. This requires proof of ownership.

  • Contact Growatt UK at service@growatt.com
  • Provide serial number, address, and proof of ownership
  • Allow 3–7 working days for processing

Orphaned account transfer — step by step

If path B applies to you, here is exactly what to do and what to include in your email to Growatt UK.

1
Create your own ShinePhone account first

Before contacting Growatt, set up your own account at server.growatt.com or via the ShinePhone app. When Growatt processes the transfer, they will move the device registration into your account — so you need the account to exist and be ready. Note down your registered email address.

2
Gather the information Growatt will need

Before sending your email, collect the following. Missing information will delay the transfer.

Inverter serial number — from the label on the inverter
Plant name — the name assigned when the system was set up, if you know it (often the installer's company name or your address)
Property address — the address where the system is installed
Proof of ownership — a completion statement, Land Registry document, or solicitor letter confirming you own or occupy the property
Your ShineServer account email — so Growatt knows which account to transfer the device into
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Email Growatt UK at service@growatt.com

Send a clear email to service@growatt.com — this is Growatt Technologies UK Ltd, the UK distributor responsible for handling account transfers and warranty support. Explain that you are the new property owner, provide all the information listed above, and attach your proof of ownership document. Be concise and factual — include all required information in the first email to avoid back-and-forth.

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Allow 3–7 working days

Growatt UK typically processes orphaned account transfers within 3–7 working days of receiving all required documentation. If you haven't heard back after 7 working days, send a polite follow-up referencing your original email date and serial number. Once transferred, you'll receive confirmation and the system will appear in your ShinePhone account.

If you bought a property with solar and are dealing with multiple issues at once — missing documentation, an absent installer, and no monitoring access — our bought a house with solar guide covers everything in sequence. For installer-specific account problems, see the monitoring account transfer guide for a full walkthrough across all brands.

Portal & app
ShineServer portal

ShinePhone app vs ShineServer portal — what each one does

Growatt's monitoring has two interfaces that use the same login. Understanding the difference prevents confusion when you're looking for specific settings or data.

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ShinePhone — mobile app

The ShinePhone app is the primary day-to-day monitoring tool for most homeowners. It shows live generation, battery state of charge, grid import and export, and home consumption in a visual flow diagram. Historical data is accessible by day, week, and month.

  • Live energy flow — solar, battery, grid, home
  • Battery state of charge and charge/discharge status
  • Fault codes and alerts (when triggered)
  • Daily, weekly, monthly generation history
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ShineServer — web portal

ShineServer at server.growatt.com is the browser-based portal. It uses the same login as ShinePhone and shows the same monitoring data, but also provides access to data exports, inverter parameter settings, and more detailed device management tools — including account and plant management.

  • All ShinePhone data plus detailed parameter settings
  • CSV data export for energy analysis
  • Plant and device management (add/remove devices)
  • Account sharing settings for sub-users

Same account, both platforms: You do not need separate accounts for ShinePhone and ShineServer. Create one account and use the same email and password to log in to both. Settings and data sync automatically — there is no advantage to using one over the other for monitoring, only for configuration and export tasks where ShineServer provides more options.

No data showing
Troubleshooting

ShinePhone shows no data after setup

If you've completed setup but ShinePhone shows zero figures, no live flow, or "--" across the dashboard, the inverter has been registered correctly in your account but the datalogger is not transmitting data to Growatt's servers. This is a WiFi or connectivity issue — not an account problem.

Common causes of no data in ShinePhone

1
WiFi datalogger not connected to home network

The datalogger must be connected to your home WiFi — not the inverter's own hotspot. Check the datalogger's indicator light: a steady light usually indicates a live connection; a flashing or orange light typically indicates it is searching for a network or has lost connection. Follow the WiFi not connecting guide to reconnect it.

2
Router or WiFi password has changed

If your home WiFi password has been changed since the system was installed — including after a new router — the datalogger will have lost its connection and needs to be reconfigured. This requires logging into the datalogger's own configuration interface, usually accessed via its temporary hotspot. See the WiFi reconnection guide for the full process.

3
Data delay after initial setup

After first connecting the datalogger, allow 5–10 minutes for the first data to appear in ShinePhone. The datalogger sends updates at intervals rather than continuously. If data still hasn't appeared after 20 minutes and the datalogger appears online, try force-closing and reopening the ShinePhone app before assuming there is a problem.

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Wrong serial number entered

If you entered the datalogger serial number rather than the inverter serial number, the device may appear registered but show no data — or it may show an error. Remove the device from your plant and re-add it using the inverter serial number taken directly from the label. The datalogger's serial is typically on a separate sticker or the packaging.

If ShinePhone is consistently showing no data and you've confirmed the datalogger is connected, the issue may be with the datalogger itself or an inverter communication fault. See the full monitoring offline guide for a complete diagnostic, or book a remote diagnostic for hands-on help.

FAQ

ShinePhone setup — common questions

First, find your inverter serial number on the label on the side or bottom of the inverter. Then download ShinePhone from the App Store or Google Play, register a new account with your own email address, and try adding the inverter using its serial number. If the serial is accepted, you're done — wait 5–10 minutes for data to appear. If ShinePhone says the device is already registered, you'll need to request a transfer from Growatt UK at service@growatt.com. Our new homeowner guide covers everything else you may need to sort out alongside this.
Email service@growatt.com with your inverter serial number, property address, and proof of ownership (a completion statement, mortgage offer, or solicitor letter works). Create your own ShinePhone account first and include your account email so they know where to transfer the device. Growatt UK handles these orphaned transfers and typically processes them within 3–7 working days. For a complete guide covering this and other post-installer issues, see monitoring account transfer.
Growatt UK typically accepts a completion statement from your solicitor, Land Registry documentation, or a letter from a solicitor confirming you own or occupy the property. A mortgage offer or tenancy agreement may also be accepted, but a completion statement or Land Registry document is the most straightforward. Avoid sending utility bills alone — these confirm occupancy but not ownership, which is what's required for a forced transfer from a registered account.
It means the inverter serial number is already linked to another ShinePhone or ShineServer account — typically your original installer's company account or the previous homeowner's account. You cannot bypass this or force a registration from your end. The only route is to either get the current account holder to release the device, or contact Growatt UK at service@growatt.com to request an orphaned account transfer with proof of ownership.
Yes — a Growatt inverter operates independently of the ShinePhone app. If the WiFi datalogger is disconnected or the monitoring account is inaccessible, the inverter still generates power, charges the battery, and operates normally. ShinePhone is for monitoring and configuration only; losing access to it does not affect the inverter's operation. That said, without monitoring access you cannot see fault codes, check battery state of charge, or adjust charge schedules — which makes problem diagnosis significantly harder. Sorting the account transfer is worth doing.
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  • Account setup and inverter registration support
  • Orphaned account transfer — we'll prepare your request
  • WiFi datalogger reconnection guidance
  • No data / monitoring offline diagnosis
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