Abstract VAT Validation vs Payments Gateway API
If you need a Finance API that's easy to integrate, go with Abstract VAT Validation.
Abstract VAT Validation
Validate VAT numbers and calculate VAT rates
Payments Gateway API
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Abstract VAT Validation
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Payments Gateway API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abstract VAT Validation | Payments Gateway API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abstract VAT Validation works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.