Account API vs Contentful Images
If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Contentful Images.
Account API
Enables users to manage their Vonage API Account by programmable means. More information is available here: <https://developer.nexmo.com/account/overview>.
Contentful Images
Used to retrieve and apply transformations to images
Account API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
Contentful Images
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Account API | Contentful Images |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Contentful Images works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.