Finances API FAQ

How does the Finances API v2024-06-19 differ from the Finances API v0?

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The Finances API v2024-06-19 provides a more standardized and streamlined approach to accessing financial transaction data compared to the Finances API v0. Key differences include:

Standardized transaction information: The Finances API v2024-06-19 includes standardized transaction information, which provides a single, reliable source for all transaction data. The API standardizes the transaction information that can affect a seller, eliminating the need to investigate and integrate with dozens of event types using the Finances API v0.
Marketplace level transactions: The Finances API v2024-06-19 includes the ability to review the marketplace associated with a transaction. This function was not available in the Finances API v0, where the currency of a transaction was used to infer which marketplace the transaction came from.

Per customer feedback, we have made additional information available in the Finances API v2024-06-19, including standardized posted dates and marketplace IDs to better explain transactions in full.

How can I streamline my call volume with the Finances API?

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Use the TRANSACTION_UPDATE notification to review when a new transaction is available.

How do I link the Finances API v2024-06-19 data to the settlement reports?

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The Finances API v2024-06-19 provides the EVENT_GROUP_ID to help you reconcile transaction data with your settlement reports.

Are deferred transactions available?

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No. Deferred transactions are not available.

Are zero-amount transactions available?

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Yes. The API response includes zero-amount transactions.

Why don’t I see details for some transactions?

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Detailed information is limited to the most frequently used transactions. However, all responses include transactions and total amount.