On June 6, 2016, Vonage completed its acquisition of Nexmo, enhancing its position in cloud communications. The $230 million deal strengthens Vonage’s capabilities in messaging and voice services, supporting its mission to lead in global communications solutions.
Nexmo (now known as Vonage API) is a leading cloud communications platform that allows businesses to connect with customers through messaging, voice, and other digital channels. Nexmo provides APIs that enable developers to integrate communication services into applications with ease. Its robust and scalable platform is widely used in industries like retail, finance, logistics, healthcare, and more, helping organizations streamline their communication efforts.
Nexmo’s platform supports a range of communication channels including SMS, voice calls, and messaging apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. One of its key strengths is its global reach, with coverage in over 190 countries, making it an excellent choice for businesses with international audiences. The platform provides high-quality service with low latency and real-time communications, which is crucial for businesses that require reliable and instant connectivity.
Nexmo’s APIs are developer-friendly, providing detailed documentation, SDKs, and code snippets in popular programming languages, enabling seamless integration. The platform also offers advanced features like two-factor authentication (2FA), number insight services, and seamless call forwarding, giving businesses tools to enhance customer experience and improve security.
The platform’s reliability, coupled with competitive pricing, makes Nexmo a preferred choice for businesses looking for effective communication solutions.
Main Features:
- SMS API – Send and receive SMS messages globally.
- Voice API – Make and receive voice calls, integrate text-to-speech.
- Verify API – Provides two-factor authentication (2FA) to ensure security.
- Number Insight – Access real-time information about phone numbers.
- Messages API – Integrate with messaging apps like WhatsApp, Viber, and Messenger.
- Global Reach – Operates in over 190 countries.
- High-Quality Communications – Low latency and real-time messaging.
- Detailed Analytics – Track message delivery, response, and user behavior.
- Developer-Friendly – Extensive documentation, SDKs, and code samples.
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