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AIS Hub vs CTS

If you need a Transportation API that's easy to integrate, go with CTS.

AIS Hub

Real-time data of any marine and inland vessel equipped with AIS tracking system

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CTS

CTS Realtime API

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AIS Hub

  • Simple API key authentication
  • No HTTPS support

CTS

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
FeatureAIS HubCTS
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSNoYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

CTS works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps. CTS supports HTTPS, which is required for production deployments and secure data handling.

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