What Are Webhooks?

Webhooks are a powerful mechanism that allows applications to automatically communicate with one another in real-time. Instead of repeatedly polling an API for updates, webhooks enable Okoora’s systems to proactively send notifications to your application when certain events occur, such as payment updates, account changes, or transaction statuses.

Webhooks act as automated messages, sent from Okoora’s platform to your specified endpoint (URL) whenever a relevant event takes place. This approach ensures you receive timely, reliable updates about critical actions, allowing your systems to respond instantly and efficiently.

How Do Webhooks Work?

When an event occurs within Okoora - such as a payment being completed or a transfer being initiated - our platform packages the event details as a JSON payload and sends it via HTTP POST request to your webhook endpoint. Your server then processes the notification, allowing you to trigger downstream workflows, update your records, or notify users, all automatically.

Why Use Webhooks?

Real-Time Updates: Receive notifications as soon as events happen, reducing the need for constant polling.

Efficiency: Automate your internal processes, reducing manual intervention.

Reliability: Designed for secure, consistent delivery with retry logic if your endpoint is temporarily unavailable.

Flexibility: You control which events you subscribe to and how you process them.