API modes live & test
PostPal distinguishes between API requests in live mode and test mode. Test mode helps you check payloads and integration behavior without triggering real shipping operations. Live mode is for production requests that create real campaigns, postcards or flow entries.
API requests in PostPal run in a mode:
- test - for technical validation without real shipping.
- live - for production processing.
Use test mode while developing, validating and debugging your integration. Switch to live mode only once payloads, required fields and error handling work reliably.
Frequently asked questions
- What is test mode for?
- Use test mode to validate your technical integration without triggering real shipping operations.
- When should I use live mode?
- Use live mode only for production requests where PostPal should process real campaigns, postcards or flow entries.
- Are API logs visible for both modes?
- Yes. API logs help you inspect requests and errors in both modes.