Validation types

Basic difference in validation types For email

Basic validation

This type of validation is primarily used to check if the email has correct format and syntax. There is no domain check so you would not be able to know if the email exists or not. Only basic errors and typos are corrected.


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Extended validation

This validation is divided into several in depth stages and does not take in account only the format of the e-mail. Domain records are checked as well as the email's server. Foxentry can determine with certainty whether the email address is active and your messages can be delivered. Our validator also informs you about the type of email you're validating. For example if the email is freemail or disposable (temporary e-mail often used for fake registrations.


Further information about diffrences of varios API calls can be found in <> API Reference