The Eclipse

How to Watch Safely

Everything you need to know about safe eclipse viewing.

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Safety Essentials

Watching a total solar eclipse is a truly extraordinary experience — and a safe one, as long as you protect your eyes during the partial phases.

ISO 12312-2 certified only. Regular sunglasses will not protect your eyes.

Glasses ON during partial phases. Only remove them during totality.

Supervise at all times. Make sure glasses fit properly and stay on.

Never look at the Sun without eclipse glasses — except during totality. The three phases are simple:

Before totality — Glasses ON. The Sun is only partially covered and can burn your retina in seconds.
During totality (1 min 42 sec) — Glasses OFF. The Moon fully covers the Sun. This is the only moment it's safe to look with naked eyes.
After totality — Glasses ON immediately. The Diamond Ring signals totality is over.

You have 1 minute and 42 seconds. Put the camera down. Be there.

You don't need to figure this out alone. Here's what we provide on site:

If in doubt — keep your glasses on.

August 12, 2026 — totality over Soria, Spain.