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UNDERSTANDING VTPASS API

An Application Programmable Interface (API) is a set of clearly defined methods of communication between various software components. Most tech companies build APIs for internal use and for external consumers. A typical example is your Uber application where you have Google maps for navigation, Uber and Google are two different companies however Uber is leveraging Google Maps APIs to service their customers.

An API ( Application Programming Interface ) is a collection of features that details data interaction between applications. The two important parts are the services being provided and the protocol needed to access these services. On the web, APIs are used to request or send data to any platform that supports it. Business can build their solution around Vtpass API to provide services to their customers.

What sort of architecture does Vtpass API uses?

A RESTful API is an architectural style for building APIs that follows a set of guidelines for creating HTTP services. These API’s are flexible,, and easy to maintain. A RESTful API uses a stateless protocol, meaning that the server does not store any information about the client. This makes it easier to scale and maintain, since the server does not need to keep track of any data about the client. Additionally, it follows the principles of Representational State Transfer (REST), which is an architectural style that focuses on the design of the client-server interaction. This makes the API more efficient, as the client and server can exchange data quickly and easily. Vtpass API is built using this protocol.

The VTpass API is a RESTful API that allows you to integrate bills payment services available on the VTpass platform on your application. With the VTpass API, developers can easily access payment services such as Airtime, Data, Electricity and Cable TV subscription, etc. and securely process payments. This integration allows users of your application to conveniently pay their bills without having to leave your platform.

Integrating the VTpass API

First, create an account on Vtpass Sandbox. A sandbox test is an environment that enables users run a test file or a programme code. All tests are done on the Vtpass sandbox environment. There is no malicious Because testing environments are completely separate from production environments, sandboxes are useful for testing software changes before they go live. This account will be used for all your tests. It has a default wallet balance which will be debited for transactions just like in the live environment. This would allow you to run operations in the same manner as on the live environment.

Vtpass Live Environment

After completing a successful test on Vtpass Sandbox, and it is time to create a live environment. Register on the VTpass live platform, then request API access from our support team once you have your live parameters.

Who Can Use Our API?

Anyone! Well, not really anyone, but almost anyone. As long as you have a website, you can easily integrate our JAMB e-PIN API and thereby gain access to it. When you integrate, you are able to offer the same services to your own customers directly from your website. This is great because it means you are offering your customers more value.

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And if you want to do bigger things as an IT brain, you can integrate Vtpass.com’s API into your website or application and begin to sell any of these services to those in contact with your website or app. What this means is that you get to resell such services as 9mobile, MTN, GLO, Airtel airtime and data subscriptions, electricity bills for almost all electricity distribution companies, educational payments such as WAEC Scratch Card, cable TV subscriptions and so much more. And if you are not the technical specialist, but you have a website through which you can sell our services, you can consult your web developer or programmer who will, in turn, visit our website www.vtpass.com or consult our support centre and make you a retailer of our services.

And if you are not the technical specialist. But you have a website through which you can sell any of our services. You can consult your web developer or programmer. The programmer will, in turn, visit our website www.vtpass.com or consult our support centre. And make you a retailer of our services. But the first step is logging into www.vtpass.com and trying your hands on the services we sell such as phone airtime, electricity bills, data subscriptions, DStv, Startimes and GOtv subscriptions and so on.

VTpass JAMB e-PIN Vending API Integration

Are you interested in integrating our JAMB e-PIN vending API? You have come to the right spot. This material will help you. We have provided all you need to integrate our JAMB e-PIN vending API with ease. Let’s go!

Firstly, what is an API? In case you are new to this, an API is an Application Programming Interface. It’s a set of commands, function, protocols and objects that programmers can use to create software or interact with an external system. You can find more information on understanding what an API is here.

Who Can Use Our API?

What Does It Cost?

Nothing. Seriously, there’s no catch. It costs absolutely nothing to integrate our API. That means you get to offer your customers more value and make additional income at absolutely zero cost to you. And if you are not the technical specialist, it’s ok. But you have a website through which you can sell any of our services. Consequently, you can consult your web developer or programmer to help you set it up.

How To Integrate JAMB PIN API

Now you can have the ability to sell JAMB e-PINs (UTME&Direct Entry) to your customers and JAMB candidates, and offer seamless and fast payment using the VTpass API. Kindly visit https://www.vtpass.com/documentation/jamb-pin-vending-api/ to integrate now.

Should you experience any issues or need any help, do not hesitate to drop a comment or reach out to vtpass.techsupport on skype to get your issues resolved immediately. In conclusion, what are you waiting for?

VTpass API: How to Set-up a SUB Account

Perhaps you’re hearing of VTpass sub-account for the first time and you’re wondering, “what’s this one again?” Not to worry; in this article, we would explain what it is and how you can use it.

What is Sub-Account?

VTpass API Sub-Account is a segregated account nested under the main (initial) account which was created on VTpass platform. This feature is to ensure restriction and make sure only the admin (the API agent) have access to perform transactions on the main account.

As an organization that partners with VTpass through the use of our API, we understand different departments require access to your account for various purposes hence there is always the risk of unauthorized transaction(s) been carried out.

That is why we created the Sub-Account feature which allows you to have sole control over transactions happening on your account even as different people might have access to it.

This strengthens your account security while at the same time allowing people within your organization to have access to the account for other reasons.

Here are what the Sub-Account can only be used for:

Generate report
View wallet top-up history
View transactions
Generate wallet report

In essence, the sub-account cannot be used to carry out any transactions without your permission. If you are yet to create a sub-account, we advise you to do so immediately. Here’s how:

How to Create a Sub-Account

Log on to www.vtpass.com
Click on login and fill in the Email and Password for the main account
Click on manage sub-accounts
Fill in the name, phone number, email and password for the sub-account and then click ADD

Doing this, you have successfully created a sub-account. This means when a person needs to access the platform for whatever purpose all he/she needs to do is;

Log on to www.vtpass.com
Click on login and fill the new login details

At VTpass, we care about your business growth and safety. Take advantage of this feature now to protect your account.

For more inquiries, kindly send a mail to ibukun.f@broadshift.com.

5 Benefits of Third-party Auto Insurance

Third party car insurance is a compulsory policy required for all car owners in Nigeria and is backed by law.

Third party car insurance cover or liability cover is a policy which protects the car owner or driver of the vehicle against any legal liability, accidental liability, financial loss or property damage, medical expense cover in the event of an injury to or even death of any third party arising out of their vehicle.

Asides from being a mandatory requirement for using the road for drivers, below are other benefits of having third-party auto insurance:

Provides Legal Cover and Financial Assistance:

Third-party auto insurance covers the insured person’s legal liability in case of death or disability to any third party, and any loss or damage to a third party property.

Ensures Peace of Mind:

Third-party auto insurance brings peace of mind when dealing with any traumatic situation that hinges on financial payments. Hence, instead of worrying further about such unforeseen expenses, the focus is just on the immediate relief from stress and coping up with the incident.

Security:

Third-party auto insurance gives you confidence when you get into a road accident and also covers you against violent reactions in cases of accident/loss.

Easy Round the Clock Availability of Third Party Car Insurance:

Unlike other insurance policies that are limited to only the offline method of renewal or application, VTpass third-party auto insurance is easily available online round-the-clock i.e 24/7, and 365 days a year from any location.

The shift of burden:

With third-party insurance, you do not need to worry over the third-party loss as the Insurer supports you in such instance.

Now that you understand why it is so important to invest in a third party car insurance, always remember that this is the best way to gain comprehensive coverage against losses that you might incur if your car gets damaged, stolen or causes injury, death, and damage to third-party or third party property.

How To Purchase Third-Party Auto Insurance Policy

Steps ;

1) Visit www.vtpass.com

2) Select the Auto Insurance icon

3) Enter full information and payment details

4) Click Submit

What & How Can You Invoke The Third-Party Insurance Policy?

Anytime you get involved in any of the scenarios mentioned in the previous paragraphs (and covered in the insurance contract); all you need to do is file a claim. You can file a claim directly via the Insurance Company or the agent that underwrote the insurance policy for you. Make sure you have clear photo evidence, and receipts (in case you paid for part or the full claims already).

Third-Party Auto Insurance Now Available on VTpass

Introducing its latest feature and the cheapest third-party auto insurance deal into the Nigeria market, VTpass now offers third-party car insurance for as low as #3,000 naira only.

Third-party insurance generally, is an insurance policy purchased for protection against the claims of another i.e it is meant for the protection of other road users while you use our car.

For instance, if you insure your car on third party only insurance (the premium is N3,000 naira), and you get involved in a road accident where you are at fault, the insurance company will be liable for the repair of the other person’s car while you repair your own car. Also, if you damage somebody’s property like a building’s fence in an accident, the fence will be repaired by the insurance company. However, you should take note that there is a certain limit to what the insurance company will pay for motor third party property damage. The maximum is N1,000,000.00, but some can pay as high as N2,000,000.00.

Protect your car with VTpass third-party auto insurance service.

A lot of Nigerian drivers have wrong perceptions about auto insurance policies and only subscribe to it because it is among the vehicle license documents legally required for them to use the road. In fact, only 1 in 100 car owners understand that third party car insurance is not just a document for road usage, but a savior in times of unexpected occurrences. When you run into Police or other agency roadblocks, and your car particulars are checked, if you do not possess third-party insurance, you would be arrested.

Regardless, check out how to Purchase third-party Auto Insurance policy:

Steps:

1) Visit www.vtpass.com

2) Select the Auto Insurance icon

3) Enter full information and payment details

4) Click Submit

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5 Secrets To Staying Motivated At Work

black man feeling tired and uninspired at work

Nearly everyone has been through that phase/episode where you just lack the motivation to work and it starts to feel and as though nothing works.

Most times the lack of motivation at work could make you feel terrible, bored and frustrated about your business or career. However, we’ve got great news for you as we have compiled a short list to help you stay motivated while completing your daily tasks.

1. Don’t Think About it as Hard Work

Studies have shown that when a project you’re faced with isn’t viewed as drudgery, but rather as a piece of the puzzle that’s helping you along your career path, then perhaps the energy required to do it will be easier to come by.

Here’s how Marie Stein deals with feeling uninspired”at work;

I try not to think so much about how difficult or frustrating or impossible that might be; I just think about how good it must feel to be that, or how proud I might be to have done that. Make hard look easy.

2. Task Identity

Work is most motivating when it’s clear what, exactly, you’re accomplishing. On the other hand, nothing is worse than working all day and thinking “What did I even do today?!”

To stay motivated at the end of each day or week, make a “Got Done” list (the opposite of to the to-do list!), where you outline all of the tasks you’ve completed. For extra motivation, keep it somewhere you can see.

3. Evaluate Task Significance

Always set your tasks in order of priority.

Another key to staying motivated is knowing that the work you’re doing makes a difference in some way—recognizing the impact you’re making on your clients, company, or the world.

If you’re not totally seeing this connection, try to dig deep. You could map your weekly sales reports to the increase in your company’s bottom lines or sales unit, Or make a list of the tasks you do that reduce this cost for your company and find ways to focus on those aspects of your job more often.

4. Focus on things that really matter

Did you know that doing things that don’t mean anything costs(us) a ton of mental energy?

Take a minute to go through your list and take off anything that’s both truly demotivating and unnecessary for you to do. It’s not always best to finish what you started if, down the line, you can’t even remember the reason you started something in the first place.

5. Celebrate Wins

An acknowledgment of how good you are doing, no matter how small or big is a great step to boosting your motivation.

You may forget how crucial all the little wins are if you’re constantly waiting for a long-term payoff. So ensure to treat yourself and never underestimate how gratifying it can feel to recognize tiny advancements.

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5 Ways Highly Successful People Start The Week

How do you plan to start your week off?

While Monday may not be everyone’s favorite day, with the struggle to get out of bed, get to classes/offices and to make it throughout the day, it is often the best day to strategically plan for the new week.

Mondays don’t always have to be dreaded instead, you can try one or a few of the tips listed below to help start your week off on a positive note.

Pick A Positive Note For The Week

Select a positive affirmation that will help you with any challenges you may face this week. Set it as your lock screen on your phone so you will see it repeatedly throughout the week or write it down and hang it somewhere like on your refrigerator.

2. Plan Your Week Out

Although planning may sound like a lot of work, try to think about all the exciting and enjoyable things you have coming up this week and list them.

Remember to focus on the chores and work-related activities while also highlighting the other exciting events you are looking forward, this way, you are not just focused on the not-so-fun things you have going on this week

3. Eat A Nice/Healthy Breakfast

Medical practitioners have always advised on the importance of having breakfast.

It does not have to be something super complicated and take forever to make. You also do not have to make some fancy spread for the whole neighborhood but try to make yourself something a little extra special to kick off your week.

4. Set A Goal For The New Week

A new week is another opportunity for you to re-strategize and set new goals.

Don’t go too crazy and set a goal that is unattainable. Pick something that still presents you with a challenge, but won’t overwhelm you or is too big. It is advisable to choose something that you want to improve on in a short-term.

5. Create A ‘Monday’ Music Playlist

This may sound unnecessary, but listening to the right songs have the power to completely change your mood. Take some time to create the perfect playlist for that will make you want to jump out of bed in the morning.

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5 Cheap Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

It’s the Valentine season and we can already feel love in the air.

February 14, usually marked as St.Valentines day is just around the corner and usually, it’s a time to show your loved ones and romantic partners how much they mean to you.

While Valentine’s Day gifts may be a problem if you have a tight personal budget, many would agree that often times, it isn’t the gift that matters but the thought behind it.

Like the popular movie title “Love don’t cost a thing”,note that expressing your love doesn’t mean emptying your wallet.

Here is a compiled list of thoughtful yet affordable gestures for you to gift your partner this Valentines day;

The gift of Time

One of the best ways to measure what is important to a person, what he/she treasures, is where and how they spend their time.

We often promise to spend time with loved ones then our busy life gets in the way. The person on the receiving end is disappointed and often feels too guilty to remind you of your promise.

This Valentine,plan an indoor date to enjoy your partner’s company.

You can play games, watch your favourite Tv shows, cook together, and make beautiful memories.

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Digital Photo frame

They say its the little things that counts the most so why not get your pictures framed.

Do you have that special/awesome memory you both cherish and would love to frame? Get these photos framed by a professional or learn how to by watching DIY videos on Youtube.

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Prepare a delicious dinner

Prepare a delicious meal this Valentine with your partner

Nearly everyone has a favorite meal and your partner is no exception.

Its the perfect time to find out your partner’s best dish so you can surprise him/her on Valentine’s Day. However, if he/she doesn’t have any favorite meal, try to cook your favorite one.

Preparing a dish these days is easy as you can easily watch cooking shows or check for quick recipes on food-blogs, YouTube and lots more.

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A Box of cupcakes

This would be a nice gesture to show your lady that you actually think of her.

Have a box of cake or cupcakes sent to her on Valentines day and you would make her happier than you can imagine.

Wallet/Bags

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With so many online retails stores today, you can easily purchase affordable wallet,purse or bags for your loved ones within your budget.

This would be a great gift especially if he is one to use a wallet for a year.

Other gift ideas includes;

Perfumes
Customized mugs, shirts, throw pillows, etc
Wristwatches
Cuff-links, Ties, Belts
Dress for ladies, Shirts for guys
Headsets or speakers if your partner is a music lover
A book by their favorite writer or genre for book lovers

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API: LET VTPASS.COM SERVE YOU WELL

The first question that will be on your lips is what is an API?

Well, here is a textbook definition:

An API stands for “Application Programming Interface.” An API is a set of commands, function, protocols and objects that programmers can use to create software or interact with an external system. It provides developers with standard commands for performing common operations so they do not have to write the code from scratch.

But not all of us are computer geeks or nerds. Ok, most of us are not. So here are simple, fun ways of understanding what an Application Programming Interface (API) is:

You buy an extension, which you intend using to charge your phone, laptop and the likes. For the extension to work, you are not going to plug straight to the transformer next to your house, or the wire transmitting electric current to you, right? No, you need an interface. Something that can stand in the gap and collect the energy from the electric current down to you. You need a socket. This socket which is usually connected to a wire on the wall serves as an interface to which you plug your extension. This in response to the interface, enables you to charge your phone and any other thing.

The API is just like that socket, except it is something you can’t see and it has more to do with the internet world.

ANOTHER EXAMPLE

You want to buy rice and chicken from your favourite restaurant. Now, do you just go into the kitchen where it is being cooked or stored? And then demand a plate of rice and chicken? Of course, not, there is an attendant, a waiter. In this case, an interface that delivers your request for a hamburger to the kitchen staff. They in response to your request, hand over the food to the waiter, who will, in turn, place it before you. And then, lunch or dinner is served. Or breakfast, if you are the one that does late meals or does not fancy the routine bread, tea and egg.

The waiter has served as an API, relaying messages for you all in a bid to deliver a service. You must have guessed by now that in the real sense, the person making the request is not a person, but codes. Just like the waiter and kitchen staff responding to the requests are are all codes.

So, simply put, APIS are messengers that take requests from a user end, go to the right quarters to deliver the message. And then relays back an answer to the user again. In a technical sense, you use an API when you employ the code written by someone else or their database for your own purpose, or to service your own website.

WHY DO I NEED TO KNOW API?

There are a lot of ways knowing how the API works can profit an average online business person. Say, you have a natural hair blog that sometimes needs to display videos. You might not have these videos at all. But by integrating Youtube’s API to your site, these videos can be displayed on your site.

It is through this the API that many videos on YouTube get featured on sites that clearly are not Youtube. Another easy way of using API is having a website where you need people to sign in or login. Because you know Google or Facebook already have the sign in feature which is way professional. On proper request, you can simply use Google or Facebook’s sign in feature. So that, what you will have on your own website is “sign in with Google or Login with Facebook”. You might be nodding in understanding right now. That’s good, but there is something even better.

LET VTPASS.COM SERVE YOU WELL

Vtpass.com is your one-stop online payment platform through which you can pay for any such service like your phone airtime, Cable TV subscription, Electricity bill and other services. Because of its widespread reach, you can utilise the services we offer at vtpass.com anywhere and at any time. All that needs be done is:

Select the service you want to pay for and enter the necessary details.

Pay.