Account API vs Extension API
Both are solid Development APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.
Account API
Enables users to manage their Vonage API Account by programmable means. More information is available here: <https://developer.nexmo.com/account/overview>.
Extension API
The Vonage Business Cloud Extension API enables you to retrieve information about extensions. Your application must subscribe to the Provisioning API suite to use this API.
Account API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
Extension API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Account API | Extension API |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Unknown |
When to use which?
Both Account API and Extension API offer similar capabilities as Development APIs. Review their documentation to find the best fit for your specific use case.