API Idempotency

Definition

A property whereby repeating an operation has no additional unintended effect.

How it works

Repeating a request with the same idempotency key should not create another deal or repeat a payment. Integration brings together customer records, telephony events and business workflows. Correct operation depends on consistent identifiers, synchronisation rules and permissions.

Business example

A duplicate webhook delivery does not create a second deal when the receiver recognises the event identifier.

What to consider

Test API failures, duplicate events, mandatory fields and recovery after temporary outages. Avoid exposing customer data unintentionally.

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