Handshakes API is a developer-centric interface that allows organisations and software teams to programmatically access, query, and extract official business registry and capital markets data from Handshakes’ platform. The API is designed for integration into custom workflows, automation pipelines, and third-party applications, supporting use cases such as due diligence, compliance monitoring, risk analysis, and business intelligence. Developers can leverage the API to fetch data on companies, individuals, relationships, and financials, with support for granular filtering, pagination, and sorting. Authentication is managed via API keys, which are issued and managed through the Handshakes Developer Portal. The API documentation provides detailed guidance on endpoints, query parameters, and best practices for secure and efficient deployment.

Key Features

Programmatic Data Access Enables direct, automated retrieval of business registry and capital markets data.

• Fetch company, individual, and relationship records
• Supports integration with custom applications

Granular Query Controls Advanced filtering, sorting, and pagination for precise data extraction.

• Filter by update timestamp, entity type, and more
• Paginate and sort results for large datasets

Secure Authentication API key-based access managed via the Developer Portal.

• Issue and manage API keys for secure usage
• Institution-scoped access for data privacy

Comprehensive Documentation Centralised developer resources for onboarding and support.

• Endpoint and parameter documentation
• Best practices for deployment and integration

Benefits

Integration Flexibility Easily embed Handshakes data into existing systems and workflows.

• Automate compliance and due diligence checks
• Customise analytics and reporting

Scalable Automation Supports high-volume, repeatable data operations.

• Reduces manual effort for data retrieval
• Enables real-time monitoring and alerts

Developer Empowerment Provides tools and resources for rapid development and deployment.

• Accelerates time-to-value for new solutions
• Facilitates innovation in business intelligence