Account API vs MAC address vendor lookup
If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with MAC address vendor lookup.
Account API
Enables users to manage their Vonage API Account by programmable means. More information is available here: <https://developer.nexmo.com/account/overview>.
MAC address vendor lookup
Retrieve vendor details and other information regarding a given MAC address or an OUI
Account API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
MAC address vendor lookup
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Account API | MAC address vendor lookup |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
MAC address vendor lookup works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.