Matchstra API Documentation
Welcome to the Matchstra API documentation. Matchstra provides enterprise-grade identity verification and screening services through a simple, secure REST API.
What is Matchstra?
Matchstra offers two core services:
🆔 ID Verification
Verify the authenticity of government-issued ID documents and match them with selfie images using advanced facial recognition and liveness detection.
Key Features:
- Document authenticity verification
- Face matching with confidence scoring
- Liveness detection to prevent spoofing
- OCR extraction of ID data (name, DOB, document number, etc.)
- Support for passports, driver's licenses, and national ID cards
🔍 PEP & Sanctions Screening
Screen individuals and entities against global Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) and sanctions lists to ensure compliance with AML/KYC regulations.
Key Features:
- Real-time screening against global watchlists
- Fuzzy name matching with confidence scores
- Multiple data sources (OFAC, UN, EU, etc.)
- Entity type support (individuals and organizations)
- Detailed match information including sources and dates
API Architecture
The Matchstra API follows REST principles:
- Base URL:
https://api.matchstra.ca - Authentication: API Key (header-based)
- Request Format: JSON (with multipart/form-data for file uploads)
- Response Format: JSON
- Rate Limiting: Based on your license plan
Getting Help
- Documentation Issues: Contact support at support@matchstra.ca
- Technical Support: Available via the Support page
- API Status: Check status.matchstra.ca (placeholder)
Next Steps
API Principles
Simple & Predictable
Consistent URL structure, standard HTTP methods, and clear response formats make integration straightforward.
Secure by Default
All requests require API key authentication. Data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.2+) and at rest.
Developer-Friendly
Comprehensive error messages, detailed documentation, and code examples in multiple languages.
Production-Ready
Built for scale with rate limiting, monitoring, and 99.9% uptime SLA.