Account API vs Payment webhooks (deprecated)
Both are solid Finance APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.
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 webhooks (deprecated)
The payment webhooks are deprecated. Use the [accounting webhooks](https://docs.adyen.com/api-explorer/transfer-webhooks/latest/overview) instead. Adyen sends notifications through webhooks to inf...
Account API
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
Payment webhooks (deprecated)
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Account API | Payment webhooks (deprecated) |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Unknown |
When to use which?
Both Account API and Payment webhooks (deprecated) offer similar capabilities as Finance APIs. Review their documentation to find the best fit for your specific use case.