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Whether it's a patient meeting a clinician, a candidate interviewing for a new role, or a buyer connecting with a seller, users rarely separate the quality of the video experience from the quality of your product itself.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"That's why choosing a \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"video call API\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" has become one of the most important infrastructure decisions for teams building virtual experiences. The platform choice often has direct consequences for conversion rates, customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, compliance, and product growth.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Fortunately, any potential issues can be avoided by evaluating the right criteria up front. While features often take priority, choosing a good video call platform usually depends on additional considerations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"So here are 5 major things to look out for to act as a starting point when evaluating a video call API. Use this guide to help shortlist vendors for full evaluation and initial testing.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"1. Reliability and call quality\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Nothing matters more than whether your users can actually have a successful conversation.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"A feature-rich API won't compensate for dropped calls, frozen video, poor audio, or connectivity issues. For businesses where video is central to the customer experience, reliability directly impacts user satisfaction, retention, and revenue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It’s important to assess this from two sides:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Firstly, what are the vendors uptime and SLA commitments?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When evaluating providers, ask:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"What uptime guarantees are offered?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Is the infrastructure distributed globally?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Are there analytics and diagnostics available to identify performance problems?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Has there been any recent outages or critical incidents?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Are there any concurrency limits?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Whereby's infrastructure includes a globally distributed server network and a \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"99.9% uptime SLA\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" designed to support reliable video experiences at scale.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Secondly, how does their call quality stack up?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Some handy questions include:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How does the platform perform in low-bandwidth environments?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Is it compatible across device types?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"What metrics can you provide around packet loss, jitter and latency?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"What tools are available for monitoring call quality and troubleshooting issues?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It's worth running extensive testing across different devices, browsers, network conditions, and geographies before making a final decision.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Just as important as call quality is visibility into what happens during a call. In the event that users report issues or when your team needs to understand usage trends, specific analytics can significantly help.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"So ensure your video call platform provider offers \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/meeting-content-and-quality/insights-suite-and-api/using-the-insights-dashboard\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"session-level insights\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", usage data and quality metrics like packet loss and reconnections.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4DmM7BilQzp2FCDRVlVoxm\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These insights benefit other teams beyond the engineering teams. For example, Product managers can identify adoption trends, customer success teams can proactively address issues, and the finance team can properly plan for the next billing cycle.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"2. Security and compliance\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"If your product is in healthcare, financial services, legal, or any other regulated industry, security and compliance aren't video call features you evaluate later. They're gating criteria from day one.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"At the basic level, try to understand:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How media is encrypted, both in transit and (if applicable) at rest\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Whether there’s enough certifications and compliance that aligns with your regulatory obligations (For example, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001)\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How are recordings, transcripts, and participant data handled?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Whether the vendor will sign the agreements you need (for example, a Business Associate Agreement for HIPAA)\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Compliance requirements vary by industry and geography, but selecting a provider with a strong security foundation can reduce future risk and simplify procurement processes.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Whereby Embedded, for example, is GDPR-compliant, ISO 27001-certified, and offers \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded/healthcare\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"HIPAA-compliant\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" configurations and a BAA (at no extra cost to Enterprise customers).\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"3. Vendor stability and product focus\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Features and pricing matter, but so does the provider's long-term commitment to video.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Many video call APIs are part of larger communications platforms that also offer SMS, voice, or chat. In these cases, video can become just one product among many, making it vulnerable to shifting priorities, pricing changes, or roadmap decisions.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"We’ve seen this play out with \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.twilio.com/en-us/changelog/-twilio-video-will-remain-a-standalone-product\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Twilio’s video product changes\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", where teams had to suddenly start evaluating other video call APIs.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"If your product depends on a vendor's video capability and that vendor deprioritizes it, you could be facing an unplanned migration with all the engineering cost, QA cycles, and user disruption that comes with it.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"That's why it's worth assessing not just what a platform offers today, but how it supports customers over time. Ask:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Is video a core part of the company's business?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How are versioning and deprecations handled?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Is backward compatibility maintained, and how frequently?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Does the provider have a strong track record of ongoing investment in video?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Video call providers that are solely focused on video, \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded/twilio-alternative\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"like Whereby\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" with 13+ years of experience focused solely on building WebRTC video call solutions, tend to invest more consistently in reliability, innovation, and long-term platform stability.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For teams building products designed to last, choosing a video-first provider like Whereby can help reduce future risk and ensure you're not rebuilding critical parts of your application every other year.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"4. The end-user experience\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The best video call is the one users can join immediately, no matter their age, digital literacy or accessibility needs. Every extra step, like downloads, account creation, confusing permissions, or unfamiliar interfaces, creates friction that can reduce participation and increase drop-off. Huli for example noted a \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/blog/scaling-healthcare-huli-growth-story/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"20% drop in no-shows\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" when they switched to a simpler workflow using Whereby.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"A strong video call API should make it easy for users to:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Join directly from a browser\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Complete pre-call device and connectivity checks\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Connect with minimal setup and navigate an intuitive interface\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Access calls across all devices and browsers\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/blog/top-accessibility-features-whereby/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Accessibility\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" is a key consideration. Features such as live captions, keyboard navigation, screen reader support, and accessible interfaces help ensure more users can participate successfully, while also improving the experience in everyday scenarios like noisy environments or poor audio conditions. This is more than a compliance checkbox. Selecting an accessibility focused vendor better serves \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/blog/designing-a-senior-friendly-telehealth-experience/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"older\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" or less tech-savvy patient populations from the outset.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Just as importantly, video should feel like a natural part of your product. So look for providers that offer control over branding and UI elements so the experience aligns with your product and users.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1KehwZBuOOC2jVJ8CMrUPX\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Finally, don't overlook the \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/whereby-product-features/waiting-rooms\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"pre-call experience\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\". Many support issues originate before a call even starts, from blocked camera permissions to incorrect audio settings. Built-in device checks can help users resolve these problems before they become frustrations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"5. Flexibility, customization, and developer experience\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The right video API should meet your needs today without limiting what's possible tomorrow.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Some teams need a fully branded video experience that can be embedded in days. Others require deeper control over layouts, room management, participant permissions, and custom workflows. As your product evolves, your video infrastructure should be able to evolve with it.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When evaluating providers, consider:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How much customization is available?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Can you apply your own branding and control the user experience, particularly features?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Are APIs and SDKs available for deeper customization?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How easily can video be integrated into existing workflows?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Can the platform support future requirements and new use cases?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Are there rate limits or concurrent session caps?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How does the pricing adjust as we scale?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Are there volume discounts and flexible pricing options available to suit our use case?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Developer experience is equally important. Even the most powerful API becomes a liability if it takes months to implement. Look for clear documentation, well-maintained SDKs, robust APIs and \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/whereby-product-features/insights-suite-and-api/webhooks\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"webhooks\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", and pre-built components that reduce time to implement.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It's also worth considering where your product roadmap is headed. 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Reach out to our support team or your Whereby contact, and we’ll be happy to help.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Time to start building.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]}"},"preview":{"gatsbyImageData":{"images":{"sources":[{"srcSet":"//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=750&h=489&q=50&fm=webp 750w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=1080&h=704&q=50&fm=webp 1080w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=1366&h=890&q=50&fm=webp 1366w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=1920&h=1251&q=50&fm=webp 1920w","sizes":"100vw","type":"image/webp"}],"fallback":{"src":"//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=750&h=489&q=50&fm=png","srcSet":"//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=750&h=489&q=50&fm=png 750w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=1080&h=704&q=50&fm=png 1080w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=1366&h=890&q=50&fm=png 1366w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/dbi9opon8gj1/1Nt7LM3UVZqsuEk8H6Zg3y/dc18e3cd4cae54d07527dd5b1476341c/Mockup__4.png?w=1920&h=1251&q=50&fm=png 1920w","sizes":"100vw"}},"layout":"fullWidth","backgroundColor":"#383838","width":1,"height":0.6516666666666667}},"title":"Everything You Need to Get Started with Whereby Embedded","excerpt":{"raw":"{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"This is a curated list of the docs, guides, and compliance resources you need as you move from evaluating to testing Whereby’s video call API.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"document\"}"}},{"id":"c88352ea-486e-54e5-8a52-1f357c9e494b","slug":"developer-tips-for-testing-video-call-api","publishDate":"2026-03-30T00:00+01:00","type":null,"body":{"raw":"{\"nodeType\":\"document\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"7qc2zE2bXzmKQF8324PnWy\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In the initial phase of browsing through video call options, almost every API and SDK looks good enough because you’re likely rendering local streams on a high-speed office Wi-Fi.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"However, the real test begins a few months post-deployment, when you're navigating compliance audits and users on legacy devices or joining from less-than-ideal network environments.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Choosing a video call API is a decision that directly affects your product’s usability, reliability, and time to market. So if you need to make integrated video calls feel like a native part of your application, here are 10 technical insights to guide your evaluation.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"1. Check if you have the long-term resources to self-host\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Self-hosted solutions like \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded/jitsi-alternative\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Jitsi\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" seem cost-effective at first, with no usage fees and full control. But after the prototype, the maintenance requirements add up quickly.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"You’re responsible for securing access, implementing authentication layers, and managing infrastructure like SFUs, signaling, and STUN/TURN across unreliable real-world networks.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This isn’t a one-time setup. It’s ongoing work that involves monitoring, patching, and debugging edge cases. So calculate the total cost of ownership, not just upfront savings. If your team is spending significant time maintaining WebRTC infrastructure, you’re trading licensing savings for engineering time.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Use a managed video call API, like Whereby, to reduce the operational overhead so you can focus on building features that matter.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. Audit the SDK’s life expectancy and roadmap\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"One of the primary anxieties for technical leaders is building complex clinical workflows on a video-call API or SDK that will eventually be retired.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Some providers also start by introducing breaking “v2/v3” rewrites or quietly shifting their underlying architecture, which can eventually force you into unexpected migrations.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This risk is higher with platforms where video is just one product in a larger suite. When priorities change, video can fall down the roadmap or even get deprecated. We’ve seen this play out with \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.twilio.com/en-us/changelog/-twilio-video-will-remain-a-standalone-product\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Twilio’s video product changes\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", where teams were suddenly pushed to rethink their stack.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Take time to assess the provider’s track record. How do they handle versioning, deprecations, and backward compatibility? APIs that treat video as a core product, like \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded/twilio-alternative\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Whereby\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", tend to offer more stability, so you’re not rebuilding critical parts of your app every year.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"3. Choose the right media architecture: P2P vs SFU vs MCU\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The architecture behind your video calls directly impacts scalability, latency, and device performance, so it’s not something to treat as an afterthought.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"P2P (Peer-to-Peer):\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Ideal for 1:1 calls where the participants are in relatively close proximity. It’s direct and supports true end-to-end encryption, but performance can break down fast as more participants are added, since bandwidth and CPU usage grow with each connection.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"SFU (Selective Forwarding Unit)\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\": The modern default. Instead of every participant sending media directly to everyone else, streams go through a server that forwards them without re-encoding. This keeps latency lower, scales much better for groups, and often performs better even for long-distance 1:1 calls. It’s not end-to-end encrypted, but still secure.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"MCU (Multipoint Control Unit\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"): Mixes all participants into a single output stream. That makes things easier for client devices, but adds more server cost and usually more latency because the media has to be transcoded and combined.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3qwgLE15zznf6zX8SgP8Tr\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\": Look for APIs that offer flexibility and support one or more of these architectures. This lets you test and optimize based on your specific use case. In most scenarios, a globally distributed SFU setup will give you the best balance of quality, performance, and scalability. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/blog/p2p-vs-sfu-video-calls-which-is-best/\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Learn more about it here.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"4. Security and compliance aren’t optional\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"If you’re building for healthcare, fintech, or any regulated space, security is a non-negotiable requirement. You need clear answers on how media is encrypted, where it’s processed, and whether it’s stored at all.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"WebRTC gives you encryption in transit by default (DTLS/SRTP), but that’s just the baseline. For more sensitive use cases, you may need end-to-end encryption (E2EE), stricter access controls, and auditability around how sessions are handled.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"A provider’s compliance posture matters just as much as the underlying tech. Look at what standards they meet (e.g., HIPAA, ISO 27001), what’s covered under their responsibility vs yours, and how much control you have over encryption and data handling.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Ask providers how they support audits and ongoing compliance. What controls are built in vs configurable? These details matter because waiting until an audit to figure this out is usually too late.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"5. Stress test the insights layer, not just the call quality\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Call quality is what users notice in the moment. When a user reports “the video was blurry” or “audio kept cutting out,” your ability to debug quickly depends entirely on the tooling behind the API.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Insights are what help you understand trends, prove SLA compliance, handle billing, and preempt churn. 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Being able to drill into a single call and see exactly what went wrong (network, device, or infrastructure) can turn a multi-day investigation into a quick, actionable fix.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" After each session during your evaluation, go to the provider's insights layer. Look into who joined when, what their connection quality was, how many minutes were consumed, and all the data you can get.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"6. Test how deeply you can customize the UI without forking the SDK\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Most embedded video APIs give you a binary choice: use their pre-built UI as-is, or build everything from scratch with an \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/reference/core-sdk-reference\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"SDK\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\". Neither extreme is ideal when you need the video experience to feel native to your product.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Look for APIs that offer granular UI control at the component level. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/reference/using-the-whereby-embed-element\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Whereby's web component\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", for example, exposes individual attributes to toggle specific elements like the bottom toolbar, participant list, screenshare button, logo, timer, chat, and even the self-view without requiring you to rewrite the underlying call logic.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This means you can strip the UI down to just what your users need, and customize it to better fit your brand while still benefiting from a fully managed media layer underneath.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" During evaluation, try to replicate your target UI using only the API's built-in customization options. 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Don't overlook the pre-call experience as part of your product\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Developers often evaluate video APIs purely on in-call behaviour, but the pre-call device check is where a surprising number of user complaints originate.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"If someone joins with the wrong microphone selected or a blocked camera permission, and there's no friction point to catch it, the blame falls on your product, not their browser settings.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"A \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/whereby-101/customizing-rooms/waiting-rooms\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"pre-call check\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" can help surface these issues early by testing things like the camera, microphone, speakers, and connection quality. It’s also useful to give users some control, such as the option to skip the check, access help resources, or move through quickly when needed.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1zefNaGmDKWLQsNEkkruLL\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"A well-designed pre-call flow significantly reduces \\\"the call didn't work\\\" support tickets, and a configurable one means you're not stuck with behaviour that doesn't match your UX.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Simulate a first-time user joining on a device with conflicting audio devices or with camera permissions already denied, and observe what the API returns.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"8. Check whether the API is ready for AI-powered workflows\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"If you're building anything today that involves AI, you need to understand how well your video API can support it both now and in the near future.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This could include things like accessing audio/video streams, generating transcriptions, or enabling automated workflows around meetings. Some platforms are also starting to explore agent-like or programmatic participants, but support here is still evolving across the industry.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Whereby, for example, is actively working in this space with \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/meeting-content-and-quality/assistants\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Assistants\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" (currently in closed beta). It’s early, but it points to where things are heading.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In the meantime, look into what’s already in production. Look out for built-in \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/meeting-content-and-quality/transcribing/session-transcription\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"transcription\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/meeting-content-and-quality/recording-with-embedded/cloud-recording\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"recording\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", and other features that can feed into AI workflows without adding a lot of overhead.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Think beyond the current product roadmap. Even if you don't need AI integration today, choosing a platform that already has the architecture for it means you won't be switching providers when that requirement surfaces.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"9. Test your webhook architecture before you need it in production\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Most video APIs let you embed a call. Far fewer give you a reliable, structured way to react to what happens inside that call from your backend. Webhooks are where video starts to feel like part of your application rather than just an iframe.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Some providers offer server-side webhook events across the full session lifecycle, including joins, leaves, waiting room activity, session start/end, and when recordings or transcriptions are ready. These events often include identifiers and metadata you define when creating sessions, making it possible to map them directly to users and records in your own system.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Security details matter too. Look for \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/meeting-content-and-quality/insights-suite-and-api/webhooks\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"webhook implementations\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" that include signing (e.g., HMAC-SHA256) and timestamps to guard against replay attacks, especially if you’re connecting events to billing, compliance logs, or downstream automation.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"💡Tip\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\": During evaluation, build a small test harness that listens to webhook events and logs them against your user IDs. 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Whether it's a patient meeting a clinician, a candidate interviewing for a new role, or a buyer connecting with a seller, users rarely separate the quality of the video experience from the quality of your product itself.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"That's why choosing a \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"video call API\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" has become one of the most important infrastructure decisions for teams building virtual experiences. The platform choice often has direct consequences for conversion rates, customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, compliance, and product growth.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Fortunately, any potential issues can be avoided by evaluating the right criteria up front. While features often take priority, choosing a good video call platform usually depends on additional considerations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"So here are 5 major things to look out for to act as a starting point when evaluating a video call API. Use this guide to help shortlist vendors for full evaluation and initial testing.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"1. Reliability and call quality\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Nothing matters more than whether your users can actually have a successful conversation.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"A feature-rich API won't compensate for dropped calls, frozen video, poor audio, or connectivity issues. 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In the event that users report issues or when your team needs to understand usage trends, specific analytics can significantly help.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"So ensure your video call platform provider offers \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://docs.whereby.com/meeting-content-and-quality/insights-suite-and-api/using-the-insights-dashboard\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"session-level insights\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", usage data and quality metrics like packet loss and reconnections.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4DmM7BilQzp2FCDRVlVoxm\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These insights benefit other teams beyond the engineering teams. 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Every additional step before the call, like downloading an app, creating an account, or remembering a password, is a potential drop-off point.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The best design option for this demographic is offering them a direct link to join a call. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://whereby.com/information/embedded/healthcare\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Whereby\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" is a browser-based video call solution, so for an 82-year-old patient on a tablet, they just need to click on the joining link, wait, and get connected to their clinician.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The cognitive and technical load is as close to zero as current technology allows.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. 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The three-layer shared-responsibility model (Zoom's obligations, your IT team's configuration, your workforce's behavior) requires active, ongoing management.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"5. 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Pexip's implementation complexity, timeline, and cost structure make it overkill for startups and growth-stage companies.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Without a dedicated IT and compliance team, the implementation process will slow you down considerably. It is not a self-serve option.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"6. Twilio\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Twilio offers \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.twilio.com/en-us/blog/insights/best-practices/hipaa-compliant-video-conferencing\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"HIPAA-eligible programmable video\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" via a Business Associate Addendum (their BAA equivalent) for enterprise customers, covering video alongside HIPAA-eligible SMS and Voice.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Their group rooms support multi-party sessions including providers, patients, family members, and interpreters.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Twilio also previously announced the \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.twilio.com/en-us/changelog/-twilio-video-will-remain-a-standalone-product\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"sunset of its video\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" product before reversing course. So, teams building new healthcare infrastructure should factor in that product history when evaluating long-term infrastructure dependencies.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Pricing\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\": Enterprise plan required for BAA access.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Best for\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Teams already deeply integrated into Twilio's broader communication stack\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Products needing combined HIPAA-eligible video, SMS, and voice under one vendor\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Not ideal for:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Teams starting fresh with no existing Twilio dependency.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The shared-responsibility compliance model, the enterprise-only BAA requirement, and the product's uncertain history make it a difficult first choice for new builds.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"7. CometChat\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.cometchat.com/hipaa-compliant-video-conferencing-api\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"CometChat\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" is a communication SDK covering video, voice, and in-app messaging and holds HIPAA, SOC 2, HITRUST, and PIPEDA certifications.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It signs BAAs and implements AES-256 and TLS 1.2 encryption, role-based permissions, MFA, and SSO. 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If video is the core clinical experience, opt for a software that specifically focuses on video calls for better performance.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"What to evaluate when choosing a HIPAA-compliant video call API\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Embedding a video API means your engineering team owns the integration. Even after choosing a vendor, HIPAA compliance is a shared responsibility. So, beyond signing a BAA, your platform should also implement and configure the technology correctly to securely handle protected health information (PHI).\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"So when comparing video call solutions, evaluate these 4 key things to ensure you can be fully HIPAA compliant:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Compliance\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\": Does the video call vendor have a BAA they’re willing to sign? 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