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Account API vs Ciprand

If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Ciprand.

Account API

Enables users to manage their Vonage API Account by programmable means. More information is available here: <https://developer.nexmo.com/account/overview>.

Ciprand

Secure random string generator

Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

Ciprand

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • No CORS support
FeatureAccount APICiprand
AuthenticationapiKeyNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownNo

When to use which?

Ciprand is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.