The Alinma API Portal enables businesses and technology partners to directly integrate a wide range of the bank's services, accelerating digital transformation and fostering innovation as part of the bank's open banking strategy.
Alinma API portal features:
- Seamless Integration
- Enhanced Developer Experience.
- Faster Time to Market
- Integrated Support and Troubleshooting
Open Banking Features
- Enables customers to share data securely
- Leads to direct innovation by promoting opportunities for developing new financial products and services
- Leverage on the data associated with financial transactions to imagine and access new ways of managing money
- Customers have a choice to consent to give access to third-party providers providing explicit and informed consent
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FAQ’s
What is Alinma API portal?
The Alinma API Portal is a developer-centric platform that provides access to APIs, documentation, tools, and resources for developers seeking to build applications that seamlessly integrate with Alinma Bank's open banking services.
What kind of APIs are available on the developer portal?
The APIs available on the Alinma API Portal include account information, payments, transactions, authentication, and a range of other banking and open banking services.
How can I test API integration?
The platform provides a testing environment (sandbox) that allows you to verify API integration without impacting user data.
What is API analytics?
API Analysis is the process of collecting and analyzing data related to how an API is used. This process may include information about usage patterns, performance metrics, and user behavior, contributing to enhancing the API's functionality and improving the developer experience.
What documentation and files are available on the Alinma API portal?
The portal provides guidelines, sample code, and other tools to assist developers in using APIs and building applications.
How do I register on the Alinma API portal?
To register as a developer, you need to create an account and provide some basic information, such as your name, email address, and company name. Additionally, you must agree to the terms and conditions for using the Alinma API portal.
How can I report issues or provide feedback on the Alinma API portal?
- Navigate to the "Contact Us" section at the bottom of the page.
- Fill in the required fields, including the subject and message, then submit your request.
- We will receive your message and get back to you promptly.
What is API rate limiting?
API limiting will differ from a service to another, and from a plan to another.
What is open banking?
Open banking is a system that allows consumers to share their financial data securely with third-party providers through consent of the consumer.
Is open banking safe?
Open Banking is subject to strict security and data protection regulations. Consumers can also choose to share their data with third-party providers only after giving explicit consent.
How can I use open banking?
To use open banking, you need to give your consent for a third-party provider to access your banking data. You can then use the products and services provided by the third-party provider.
What data is shared in open banking?
The data that is shared in open banking includes information about your bank accounts, transactions, and balances.
How do I give permission for a third-party provider to access my banking information?
To give permission for a third-party provider to access your banking information, you need to authenticate yourself using your Alinma bank's digital channels credentials. You can then choose to share specific data with the third-party provider.
How are my personal and financial information protected in open banking?
Your personal and financial information is protected in open banking through strict security and data protection regulations. Third-party providers are also required to use secure systems and protocols to protect your data.
Can I revoke permission for a third-party provider to access my banking information?
Yes, you can revoke permission for a third-party provider to access your banking information at any time. You can do this through Alinma bank's digital channels or by contacting the third-party provider directly.
What is a third-party provider?
A third-party provider is a company that provides financial products and services using open banking APIs. These companies may include Fintech startups, established financial institutions, and others.