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Account API vs Sent.dm

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

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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Sent.dm

Sent is a unified API for messaging across SMS and apps like WhatsApp

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Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

Sent.dm

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
FeatureAccount APISent.dm
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

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

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