What is the Penny Drop API on KwikAPI?

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The Penny Drop API is used to verify bank account ownership by sending a minimal amount (usually ₹1) to the account and checking if the account holder’s name matches the expected beneficiary.


🔹 POST – Bank Account Verification (Penny Drop)

Q:- How does the Bank Account Verification (Penny Drop) API work?
A:- This API performs a micro-transaction (₹1) to the provided bank account. It then validates the account by returning the account holder's name and confirmation of a successful credit.

Key Uses:

  • User onboarding and KYC verification
  • Ensuring account validity before payouts

Reducing failed transactions


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