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Account API vs PageCDN

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

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PageCDN

Public API for javascript, css and font libraries on PageCDN

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Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

PageCDN

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Currently flagged as inactive
FeatureAccount APIPageCDN
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

PageCDN works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.

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