Questions & Answers

We sometimes get the same question more than once; we have therefore created this section where we will try to answer the most common questions.

Common questions :

Questions related to V3 version :

Answers

What is a Web Service?

Web Services are a way for application developers to access content and services to build new applications. For example, you can combine our data and services with those you create in a desktop application or those offered by other Web sites. With Kelkoo Shopping Web Services, more of the power of the Kelkoo network is in your hands.

What is XML?

Extensible Markup Language (XML) is a W3C-recommended general-purpose markup language that supports a wide variety of applications.

What is REST?

REST strictly refers to a collection of architectural principles. The term is also often used in a loose sense to describe any simple interface that transmits domain-specific data over HTTP without an additional messaging layer such as SOAP or session tracking via HTTP cookies.

Why do i have to sign requests?

The signing process checks that you are authorized to use the web services. To sign a URL you will use your client Id and secret key.

Why cant I use JavaScript to sign requests?

By using JavaScript, your secret key will be viewable by everyone just by displaying your page source. This is why it must not be used.

What is the difference between V2 and V3 services ?

The services providing by V3 is more enriched and the Offer Type usage will help you to specialize the content provided to your users.

Can I mix usage of V2 and V3 services ?

yes, but mixing the usage of V2 and V3 for a same service is not recommended as you will have to deal with two diferent feeds. It is recommended to mix V2 and V3 only on services that do not have a V3 version.

For instance : you can use the services that did not migrate to V3 (like MerchantReview) with services in V3 (like ProductSearch).

What is the Offer Type attribut on V3 services ?

Offer types aim to set a certain template on offer to specify their content according to a specific shopping domain.