Delivery Types
Understand the three supported delivery models and when to use each one.
Engage2Reward™ Gift Card API supports multiple delivery methods so you can match fulfillment to your workflow. The delivery type is selected when you create an order.
DigitalDelivery
Use DigitalDelivery when you want the platform to send the reward directly to the recipient by email or SMS.
- Best for direct-to-recipient workflows
- Supports recipient delivery fields
- Often the fastest fulfillment option
Links
Use Links when you want the platform to return claim links for your own system to distribute.
- Best for in-app, portal, or custom outbound flows
- Your system controls final link distribution
- Useful when you do not want the platform sending the reward directly
PhysicalShipment
Use PhysicalShipment when physical gift cards need to be mailed to a recipient address.
- Requires shipping address information
- Requires a
ShippingMethodId - May also use carrier information depending on your configuration
Note: Not all products support all delivery types. Check
AvailableDeliveryTypes on the product before creating an order.Related endpoints
GET
/v1/ProductsPOST
/v1/OrdersGET
/v1/ShippingMethods