Account API vs MDES Customer Service
If you need a Finance API that's easy to integrate, go with Account API.
Account API
This API is used for the classic integration. If you are just starting your implementation, refer to our [new integration guide](https://docs.adyen.com/marketplaces-and-platforms) instead. The Acc...
MDES Customer Service
This API provides our Issuer partners with resources to help resolve consumer queries about payment accounts enabled through our digitization platform.
Account API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
MDES Customer Service
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- Currently flagged as inactive
| Feature | Account API | MDES Customer Service |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Unknown |
When to use which?
Both Account API and MDES Customer Service offer similar capabilities as Finance APIs. Review their documentation to find the best fit for your specific use case.