Recharge API

Recharge prepaid mobile and DTH connections instantly through one API.

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REST + JSONOne API keyPay per callHTTPS secured

POST/v1/recharge-apiready

Request

Response{  "error": false,  "status": "SUCCESS",  "data": {    "transaction_id_and_status": "…",    "operator_reference": "…"  }}

Illustrative example. Exact parameters are listed in your dashboard docs.

How it works

What you send and what you get back

Offer mobile and DTH recharges inside your app with operator lists, instant recharge and status tracking.

You send

Mobile / subscriber number
Operator and amount

You get back

Transaction ID and status
Operator reference

Why Shadoweye

Built for production from day one

Real-time results

Responses come back in milliseconds, so the check fits inline in your signup or approval flow.

Clean, consistent JSON

Every Shadoweye API returns the same response envelope. Parse it once and reuse it everywhere.

One key for every API

Use the same API key for the Recharge API and every other API in the catalogue. No extra contracts.

Pay per call

Calls are charged from your prepaid wallet. No monthly fee and no minimum commitment.

Secure by default

All traffic runs over HTTPS and every request is authenticated with your secret key.

Full audit trail

Every call and deduction is recorded in your dashboard ledger for reconciliation and audits.

Use cases

Where teams use the Recharge API

Fintech apps

Add recharges to your wallet or super-app.

Retail agents

Let agents sell recharges to customers.

Rewards

Pay incentives as talk-time.

Bill desks

Bundle recharges with bill payments.

Get started

Go live in four steps

Create your account

Add funds

Top up your prepaid wallet securely with UPI, card or net banking.

Test it live

Try the Recharge API with real data in the Live Tester before you write code.

Call the API

Send a POST request with your key in the X-Shadoweye-Api-Key header and use the JSON response.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Recharge API?

Recharge prepaid mobile and DTH connections instantly through one API. It is part of the Shadoweye Recharge API family and is available through a single REST API key.

What do I need to send to the Recharge API?

Typical inputs are: Mobile / subscriber number; Operator and amount. The exact parameters for this API are listed in your dashboard documentation.

What does the Recharge API return?

You receive a JSON response that typically includes: Transaction ID and status; Operator reference.

How much does the Recharge API cost?

Calls are charged per request from your prepaid Shadoweye wallet at the rate shown in your dashboard. There are no monthly fees or minimum commitments.

How do I get started?

Create a free account, add funds to your wallet, copy your API key and test the API in the Live Tester. Most teams go live the same day.

Is my data secure?

All requests use HTTPS, are authenticated with your secret API key and are recorded in your audit ledger. Only send personal data you are permitted to process, with the customer's consent where required.

Related Recharge API

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Recharge Operator List

Get the current list of supported recharge operators and circles.

Recharge Status

Check the status of a recharge transaction in real time.