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Account API vs UserAgent

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

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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UserAgent

User agent parsing API is designed to help you better understand and interact with your users. By identifying browser, device, and OS data from user agent strings, this API empowers you with accurate, real-time insights into your audience.

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Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

UserAgent

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

When to use which?

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

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