Understanding Your Integration Options
When you want to offer the Eturnity solar calculator to your website visitors, you have two fundamental integration approaches to choose from. Each method serves different business needs and provides distinct user experiences.
Both the standalone variant and the iframe variant display the same powerful Eturnity calculator with identical functionality and calculation accuracy. The key difference lies in how your customers interact with the tool and how it integrates with your website's design and branding.
Quick Decision Guide: If you need the simplest implementation and have limited web development resources, choose the standalone variant. If you want seamless brand integration and can implement technical solutions, choose the iframe variant.
Standalone Calculator Integration
What is Standalone Integration?
The standalone integration places a link or button on your website that redirects visitors to the Eturnity calculator on a separate page. When users click the button, they navigate to your dedicated calculator URL (e.g., https://solarrechner.eturnity.io/your_company) where they complete their solar assessment.
Key Characteristics
Calculator opens on a dedicated Eturnity-hosted page
Full-screen calculator experience without distractions
Visitors temporarily leave your website domain
Eturnity branding and logo displayed prominently
Implementation requires only a button or link placement
Advantages of Standalone Integration
Simplest Implementation: No technical expertise required—simply add a button with your calculator link to your website
Zero Maintenance: No scripts to maintain, no compatibility issues with website updates
Optimal Calculator Performance: The calculator runs in its native environment without iframe constraints
Mobile-Optimized: Full responsive design works perfectly on all devices without configuration
Immediate Setup: Can be implemented in very fast by anyone with website editing access
No Technical Dependencies: Works independently of your website's CMS, framework, or JavaScript libraries
When to Choose Standalone Integration
The standalone variant is ideal when:
You have limited web development resources or technical expertise
You need to launch quickly without technical implementation delays
Your website uses a simple CMS or page builder without custom code access
You want to minimize website maintenance and avoid potential technical conflicts
Your primary goal is lead generation rather than seamless brand experience
You operate in markets where customers are comfortable with multi-domain experiences
iFrame Calculator Integration
What is iFrame Integration?
The iframe integration embeds the Eturnity calculator directly within your website's layout. The calculator appears as a seamless part of your page, maintaining your website's header, footer, and surrounding content while users interact with the tool.
Key Characteristics
Calculator embedded directly into your website pages
Visitors remain on your domain throughout the experience
Your website's header, footer, and navigation remain visible
Calculator adapts to your website's design and layout
Implementation requires technical integration with HTML and JavaScript
Advantages of iFrame Integration
Seamless Brand Experience: Calculator appears as an integrated part of your website, maintaining complete brand consistency
Reduced Bounce Rate: Visitors never leave your website domain, improving engagement metrics
Professional Presentation: The calculator is perceived as your proprietary tool rather than a third-party service
Context Preservation: Your website's navigation, branding, and surrounding content remain visible throughout the calculator experience
Unified Analytics: Easier tracking of user behavior within your standard analytics setup
Design Control: Calculator integrates with your website's visual design and responsive behavior
When to Choose iFrame Integration
The iframe variant is ideal when:
You have web development resources or technical support available
Brand consistency and professional presentation are business priorities
You want visitors to remain on your domain for SEO and engagement benefits
You need advanced analytics and tracking capabilities
Your website has custom design requirements for embedded tools
You want to maximize perceived ownership of the calculator as your tool
Side-by-Side Comparison
Feature | Standalone Integration | iFrame Integration |
Implementation Complexity | Very Simple | Moderate |
Technical Requirements | None (just link placement) | HTML, JavaScript, jQuery |
User Experience | Leaves your website domain | Stays on your website |
Maintenance Required | None | Occasional updates needed |
Mobile Responsiveness | Automatic | Automatic (with proper setup) |
Calculator Functionality | 100% complete | 100% complete |
Calculation Accuracy | Identical | Identical |
Lead Quality | Same quality | Same quality |
Best For | Quick launch, limited resources | Brand integration, advanced tracking |
User Experience Comparison
Standalone User Journey
Visitor browses your website and sees prominent calculator call-to-action button
Clicks button and navigates to dedicated Eturnity calculator page
Completes solar assessment in full-screen, distraction-free environment
Receives personalized solar proposal and submits lead form
Can return to your website via browser back button or included links
iFrame User Journey
Visitor scrolls through your website and encounters embedded calculator
Begins interaction immediately without page navigation
Completes solar assessment while seeing your website's header and branding
Receives personalized proposal within your website context
Continues browsing your website seamlessly after completion
Making Your Decision
Choose Standalone Integration If:
You value simplicity and rapid deployment above all else
Your team lacks web development expertise or resources
You use a basic website platform with limited customization options
You want zero ongoing maintenance responsibilities
Your primary metric is lead quantity rather than brand experience
You're testing the calculator before committing to advanced integration
Choose iFrame Integration If:
Brand consistency is a core business priority
You have development resources available for implementation
You want to minimize visitor navigation away from your domain
You need advanced analytics and event tracking capabilities
You want the calculator to feel like your proprietary service
You're building a premium or enterprise-level web presence
Hybrid Approach
Pro Tip: Many successful solar companies start with standalone integration for rapid launch, then migrate to iframe integration once they validate lead quality and allocate development resources. This approach minimizes initial technical barriers while preserving the option for enhanced brand integration later.
Implementation Support
Regardless of which integration method you choose, Eturnity provides the calculator tool and your unique identifier. However, please note:
Important: Eturnity provides the calculator functionality but cannot offer technical support for website implementation or troubleshooting. For iframe integration assistance, we recommend working with your web development team or a website specialist.
Getting Started with Standalone Integration
If you choose standalone integration, simply add a prominent button to your website homepage linking to your calculator URL. Contact support@eturnity.com to receive your calculator URL and placement recommendations.
Getting Started with iFrame Integration
If you choose iframe integration, refer to our comprehensive technical guide for detailed step-by-step instructions:
How to Embed the Eturnity Solar Calculator as an iFrame - Complete guide covering dynamic resizing, WordPress-specific instructions, and troubleshooting tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does integration method affect lead quality?
No. Both integration methods deliver identical calculator functionality and produce the same quality of leads. The calculation algorithms, user inputs, and lead information are identical regardless of integration approach.
Can I switch between integration methods later?
Yes. Your calculator URL remains the same, so you can transition from standalone to iframe integration (or vice versa) at any time without losing functionality or requiring changes from Eturnity support.
Do I need separate calculators for mobile users?
No. Both integration methods are fully responsive and automatically adapt to mobile devices, tablets, and desktop screens without additional configuration.
Can I use both integration methods simultaneously?
Yes. Some companies embed the calculator via iframe on their main solar page while using standalone links in blog posts, email campaigns, or partner websites. Both approaches use the same calculator URL.