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Account API vs JSON 2 JSONP

If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with JSON 2 JSONP.

Account API

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

JSON 2 JSONP

Convert JSON to JSONP (on-the-fly) for easy cross-domain data requests using client-side JavaScript

Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

JSON 2 JSONP

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureAccount APIJSON 2 JSONP
AuthenticationapiKeyNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownUnknown

When to use which?

JSON 2 JSONP is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.