Metro 2® API Guides
These guides provide detailed instructions for common use cases and best practices for integrating with our Metro 2® Credit Reporting API.
Getting Started
Your First Submission
Step-by-step guide for making your first API submission, from authentication to handling the response.
Using the Sandbox Environment
Learn how to set up and use our sandbox environment for testing before going to production.
Data Preparation
Mapping Your Data to Metro 2®
How to map your existing data fields to the Metro 2® format for submission through the API.
Pre-Validation Strategies
Best practices for validating your data before submission to reduce errors and rejections.
Specific Scenarios
Reporting Delinquencies
Detailed guide for properly reporting delinquent accounts, including required fields and timing.
Payment History Profiles
How to construct and maintain accurate payment history profiles in your submissions.
Handling Consumer Disputes
Best practices for managing consumer disputes and making corrections through the API.
Account Number Changes
How to properly report account number changes using the L1 segment and maintain continuity.
Advanced Topics
Batch Processing Strategies
How to efficiently process large batches of records and handle partial failures.
Automating Monthly Reporting
Implementation patterns for automating your monthly credit reporting process.
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