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Account API vs Payment Account Reference Inquiry API

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...

Payment Account Reference Inquiry API

The Payment Account Reference Inquiry API is the unified Mastercard interface for allowing Mastercard Customers involved in payment card acceptance -- whether Merchants, Acquirers, or Digital Activ...

Account API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

Payment Account Reference Inquiry API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • Currently flagged as inactive
FeatureAccount APIPayment Account Reference Inquiry API
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownUnknown

When to use which?

Both Account API and Payment Account Reference Inquiry API offer similar capabilities as Finance APIs. Review their documentation to find the best fit for your specific use case.