Frequently asked questions about ConstructionOnline's API
Does ConstructionOnline have an API?
Who is the ConstructionOnline API for?
Who is eligible for access to the ConstructionOnline API?
Who should I contact if I have questions regarding the API?
Can I use the API to integrate with other software tools?
Where can I find documentation for the ConstructionOnline API?
Does ConstructionOnline have an API?
Yes, ConstructionOnline has an API that is available for private use! Companies with Business or Enterprise subscriptions to ConstructionOnline are eligible for read & write access to the ConstructionOnline API. If you are interested in learning more about the ConstructionOnline API, check out the API Documentation or email the ConstructionOnline Development Team at api@uda1.com.
Who is the ConstructionOnline API for?
The ConstructionOnline API is for successful, growth-minded construction companies looking to fully take advantage of the valuable project data within their ConstructionOnline account. Using the API, companies can build custom applications, integrate with powerful software tools such as Zapier, HubSpot, or Salesforce, create custom reports & dashboards, and more.
Companies that choose to use the ConstructionOnline API usually have on-staff technical resources or hire a dedicated team of developers that are in charge of the implementation or build processes. For this reason, many of the resources found in the ConstructionOnline API Documentation are specifically tailored for developers, such as the reference docs for endpoints.
Who is eligible for access to the ConstructionOnline API?
Companies with Business and Enterprise subscriptions to ConstructionOnline are eligible for read & write access to the ConstructionOnline API. API access is not automatically "turned on"; eligible companies must reach out to the ConstructionOnline development team and request access.
To request access to the API, please contact the ConstructionOnline development team at api@uda1.com. A member of our team will be in touch shortly after your request has been submitted.
Who should I contact if I have questions regarding the API?
If you have any questions regarding the ConstructionOnline API, please contact the ConstructionOnline development team at api@uda1.com. Our team will review your questions and get back to you as soon as possible.
Can I use the API to integrate with other software tools?
Yes! If you are looking to integrate with a software tool that does not currently have a native integration with ConstructionOnline, the API can be used to implement an integration between your ConstructionOnline data and the software tool. ConstructionOnline currently integrates with the following platforms: Google Drive, Google Calendar, OneDrive, Outlook Calendar, Dropbox, box, QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Planswift, and CAD imports. Any other software tools not listed must be integrated with ConstructionOnline using the API.
Does ConstructionOnline currently integrate with accounting software other than QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop?
No, ConstructionOnline does not currently offer native integrations with other accounting software platforms. However, companies who are eligible for API access can use the ConstructionOnline API to integrate with other accounting software platforms such as Sage 50, NetSuite, and more. More information can be found in the Financials section of ConstructionOnline's API Documentation.
I want to create a report that is not currently offered in ConstructionOnline. Can I use the API to accomplish this?
ConstructionOnline provides companies with over 150 custom-branded construction reports for financials, scheduling, time tracking, and more. However, if your company needs supplementary reports that are not currently offered by ConstructionOnline, you can use the ConstructionOnline API and a custom-reporting software such as Crystal Reports to create your own custom reports! Alternatively, data can be extracted using the ConstructionOnline API, which can then be used to manually build the report within a spreadsheet or document.
More information on the ConstructionOnline API can be found in the API Documentation. Please note: API access is only available for companies with Business or Enterprise level subscriptions.
Where can I find documentation for the ConstructionOnline API?
Documentation for the ConstructionOnline API is housed within the dedicated API Documentation page. The ConstructionOnline API documentation contains resources for getting started with the API, reference docs for endpoints, FAQs, and more.
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