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Account API vs Markdown to JSON API

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

Account API

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

Markdown to JSON API

Upload Markdown and get JSON with one API call

Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

Markdown to JSON API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
FeatureAccount APIMarkdown to JSON API
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

Markdown to JSON API works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.