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Account API vs MY IP

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

Account API

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

MY IP

Get IP address information

Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

MY IP

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureAccount APIMY IP
AuthenticationapiKeyNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownUnknown

When to use which?

MY IP is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication.