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Solar energy is one of the most reliable and sustainable sources of renewable energy. However, the efficiency of solar panels decreases due to various environmental factors such as dust, dirt, and shade. In this paper, we propose an automatic solar tracking system with an automatic cleaning solar-based water spraying tool to maintain the efficiency of solar panels. The design, implementation, and assessment of a solar tracking system with an automatic panel cleaning mechanism are covered in this research study. By increasing solar energy absorption and preserving the cleanliness of solar panels, the system seeks to increase the effectiveness of power generation. The suggested solution makes use of a water-based cleaning mechanism that is activated by a light-dependent resistor (LDR) and managed by an ESP32 microcontroller. The system keeps track of the output voltage of the solar panels and only engages the cleaning mechanism when it is essential, ensuring optimum performance and extending the life of the solar panels. Keywords: Solar tracking, automatic panel cleaning, water spray, ESP32 microcontroller, LDR sensors, solar panel.