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BulkSMS JSON REST API vs Phone Specification

If you need a Phone API that's easy to integrate, go with Phone Specification.

BulkSMS JSON REST API

## Overview The JSON REST API allows you to submit and receive [BulkSMS](https://www.bulksms.com/) messages. You can also get access to past messages and see your account profile. The base URL to...

Phone Specification

Rest Api for Phone specifications

BulkSMS JSON REST API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported

Phone Specification

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
FeatureBulkSMS JSON REST APIPhone Specification
AuthenticationapiKeyNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSUnknownYes

When to use which?

Phone Specification is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Phone Specification works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.