API Reference

Webhook

Grovepay Webhook Integration

Webhooks are an essential component of the Grovepay B2B fintech application, allowing seamless integration and real-time data updates between different systems. As a developer consuming our API, understanding how webhooks work is crucial for effectively utilizing the Grovepay B2B application.

In our system, webhooks enable automatic notifications and data transfers from the Grovepay application to your system. Instead of continuously polling or requesting data from our API, webhooks provide a more efficient and event-driven approach. Here's a brief explanation of how webhooks function in the Grovepay B2B system:

  1. Registration: As a developer, you can register a webhook endpoint URL with our API. This URL acts as a callback location in your system, where the Grovepay application will send POST requests whenever relevant events occur.

  2. Event Triggers: The Grovepay B2B fintech application defines specific events that can trigger webhook notifications. These events might include activities such as a successful payment, account creation, or a significant status change.

  3. Notification Payload: When an event is triggered, the Grovepay application gathers relevant data about the event and constructs a payload. This payload typically contains details such as the event type, associated resources, timestamps, and any other relevant information.

  4. Webhook Delivery: Using the registered webhook endpoint URL, the Grovepay application sends an HTTP POST request to your system, containing the payload as the request body. This request is made in real-time or near real-time, allowing your system to receive immediate updates.

  5. Endpoint Handling: On your end, your system's webhook endpoint receives the POST request. You can then extract and process the payload to update your internal systems, trigger further actions, or perform any necessary operations based on the received data.

  6. Response and Retries: Once your system has processed the webhook payload successfully, it should respond with an appropriate HTTP status code, such as 200 OK. In case the response indicates a failure or is not received, the Grovepay system may attempt retries according to a predefined strategy to ensure delivery.

Webhooks offer several advantages in the Grovepay B2B fintech context. They enable real-time data synchronization between systems, reduce unnecessary API calls, and facilitate timely notifications for critical events. By leveraging webhooks in the Grovepay API, you can ensure that your application stays up-to-date with the latest information from our B2B fintech platform, providing a seamless and efficient integration experience.