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Account API vs Query API

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>.

Query API

API for executing database queries.

Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

Query API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • Currently flagged as inactive
FeatureAccount APIQuery API
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownUnknown

When to use which?

Both Account API and Query API offer similar capabilities as Development APIs. Review their documentation to find the best fit for your specific use case.