Product basics
What is Minted Connect?
Minted Connect is the leading global platform for buying, selling, and securely storing precious metals. It offers a vast array of features and tools that enable third-party businesses to integrate Minted Connects' platform and services into their own systems and applications, enabling them to offer precious metals to their customers. Minted Connect is committed to providing a transparent, competitive, and reliable service that meets the needs of investors, traders, and collectors worldwide.
What is ConnectEmbedded?
Connect Embedded is a powerful and flexible API solution provided by Minted Connect to its customers, allowing them to seamlessly integrate the Minted platform and services into their own applications, websites, and systems.
What is API?
API is a standard protocol for communicating between applications and systems over the internet, allowing them to exchange data and functionality seamlessly. If you love the idea of adding precious metals to your product portfolio but want to offer a native experience with in your platform, then our API is the solution for you.
What is EmployeeConnect?
Employee Connect is a program provided by Minted Connect that enables businesses to recognize and reward employees with gold. It is the first gold employee recognition program in the world, providing a unique and valuable form of employee recognition.Companies have the option of paying their employees in gold if they so choose.
What is the MetalX Platform?
The MetalX Platform is a comprehensive trading solution for precious metals, providing a seamless and efficient method for trading pre-verified precious metal products. With our fully-customizable hosted pages, you can offer precious metals clients within days. The platform offers global reach, multi-currency support, and an extensive selection of custody and storage options.
How does the global reach of MetalX Platform work?
The MetalX Platform is linked to a global network of approved refineries and dealers, granting you access to the most advantageous trade rates in your region. This global reach enables you to access a vast market for precious metals and expand your trading prospects.
What precious metals are available on Minted Connect?
Minted Connect offers a variety of precious metals, including gold and silver, for purchase, sale, and secure storage. In addition, Minted Connect is planning to expand its offerings to include platinum and palladium in the near future, providing even more options for investors, traders, and collectors worldwide.
How are orders fulfilled?
Orders on MetalX are fulfilled by a global network of trusted and verified dealers and suppliers. MetalX matches a customer's order with the best available dealer or supplier who can fulfill it at the best price and quality.
Product details
How is Connect Embedded implemented?
Connect Embedded can be implemented by following Minted Connect's simple yet comprehensive guide, which includes API keys, endpoints, methods, and parameters. In addition, during the implementation process, Minted Connect offers its clients technical support and guidance.
How long does it take to get up and running on Connect Embedded?
The time necessary to get Connect Embedded up and running depends on the complexity and scope of the integration project. However, Minted Connect provides a user-friendly and efficient procedure that can be completed in a matter of days or weeks.
What is included in Connect Embedded?
Connect Embedded includes a vast array of features and tools, such as market data, order management, payment processing, and reporting, that enable customers to take advantage of our platform and services.
How is API implemented?
API can be implemented by following the comprehensive documentation provided by Minted Connect, which includes API keys, endpoints, methods, and parameters. Minted Connect also offers technical support and guidance to its customers during the implementation process.
How long does it take to get up and running on API?
The amount of time necessary to launch API depends on the complexity and scope of the integration project. However, Minted Connect provides a user-friendly and efficient procedure that can be accomplished in a few days or weeks.
What is the difference between Connect Embedded and API?
Connect Embedded and API are both API solutions provided to customers by Minted Connect. Nonetheless, there are some distinctions between the two:
1. Implementation: Connect Embedded is designed to be embedded directly into a customer's application, website, or system, while API is designed to be accessed over the internet through HTTP requests.
2. Functionality: Connect Embedded provides a more comprehensive and customizable set of features and tools, including market data, order management, payment processing, and reporting when compared to API, which provides a more streamlined set of features focused on a native experience.
3. Integration: ConnectEmbedded offers a deeper and more seamless integration with Minted Connect’s platform and services, while API provides a more native and flexible integration with MintedConnects platform and services.
How does Employee Connect work?
Employers can enroll in Employee Connect and establish a recognition program that enables them to award gold to employees for their accomplishments, milestones, and contributions.Employees receive their gold rewards in a Minted account, which they can use to buy, sell, and manage the precious metal.
How can companies enrolin Employee Connect?
Employers can enroll in Employee Connect by contacting Minted Connect and establishing a recognition program tailored to their unique needs and objectives. Minted connect offers assistance and direction throughout the enrollment process and ongoing program administration.
In which currencies canI trade on the Platform?
The MetalX Platform supports trading in all major currencies, such as USD, GBP, EUR, and TRY, among others. This enables you to conduct business in the most appropriate currency for your needs, minimizing exchange rate risks and transaction costs.
Can I trade other commodities on the Platform?
Currently, the Platform is tailored to the trading of precious metals. However, we are constantly evaluating opportunities to expand our product offerings and may introduce trading in additional commodities in the future.
Pricing
What are the charges?
We charge a transparent and competitive rate for our services, which include the buying, selling, storage, and shipment of precious metals. The fee structure is dependent on the type, quantity, and location of the metals and can be viewed in the pricing section of our website.
Are there any fees associated with trading on the Platform?
Yes, there are trading fees associated with the Platform. Depending on the services you choose to utilize, these may include transaction fees, storage fees, and other charges. During account creation, comprehensive fee information will be provided.
Are your rates negotiable?
Our prices are deter mined by market conditions and our supplier network. We strive to provide competitive prices, but we cannot guarantee that they are negotiable. If you have a specific question or concern about our prices, please contact our support team for assistance.
Are there any storage fees?
Yes, we charge a competitive and transparent fee for storing our customers' precious metals. The storage fee can be viewed on our website and depends on the type, quantity, and location of the metals.
Storage
Where are the precious metals stored?
Minted Connect stores precious metals in secure, insured storage facilities located in various countries around the world. The storage facilities are monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and audited frequently to ensure the safety and authenticity of the metals.
Are there any storage fees?
Yes, we charge a competitive and transparent fee for storing our customers' precious metals. The storage fee can be viewed on our website and depends on the type, quantity, and location of the metals.
What custody and storage options are available for precious metals on the platform?
We provide secure storage of physical precious metal bullion through a global network of storage partners. You can select the storage location that is most convenient for you, ensuring that your precious metals are secure and readily accessible when needed.
Technical
How do I get access to the developer documentation?
To access the developer documentation for Minted Connect, navigate to the "Developers"section of the Minted Connect website. From there, you should be able to find information on how to access the API documentation, which contains information on how to integrate Minted Connect's APIs with your own applications or systems.
If you are having trouble locating the developer documentation, you can contact the customer support team at Minted Connect for assistance. They can provide you with the information and guidance that you need to begin using the Minted Connect APIs.
How can I start trading on the MetalX Platform?
To start trading on the MetalX Platform, you will need to sign up for an account and complete the necessary KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) procedures.Once your account is verified, you can begin placing trades with our pre-verified precious metals products.
Affiliate & refferals
Do you offer any affiliate or introducer incentives?
Yes, we offer affiliate and introducer incentives. Please contact our support team for more information on our affiliate program and the benefits it provides.
How do I become an Ambassador?
To become an Ambassador, please reach out to our support team, and they will provide you with the necessary information on the application process and the responsibilities involved in the role.
Legal
Do you provide any assurance or audit statements?
Yes, we provide audit and assurance statements for the precious metals stored on our platform. These statements are prepared by independent third-party auditors, ensuring transparency and confidence in the security and accuracy of our precious metal holdings.
Is the MetalX Platform secure?
Yes, the MetalX Platform employs cutting-edge security measures to safeguard your data and assets. We use encryption, a secure server infrastructure, and regular security audits to ensure the confidentiality of your information and the security of your precious metals.
Suppliers
Which suppliers does Minted work with?
Minted works with a global network of authorized refineries and dealers to ensure that you have access to the best trade rates and a diverse selection of precious metals products in your area.
It doesn’t seem that you have a local supplier in my country, can this be arranged?
We are constantly expanding our network of suppliers. If you find that we do not have a local supplier in your country, please contact our support team, and we will explore the possibility of adding a supplier in your region.
How can I become a supplier?
To become a supplier, please contact our support team, and they will guide you through the application process, which includes completing the necessary KYC and AML checks, as well as ensuring that your products meet our quality standards.
Customer care
How do I contact support?
You can contact our support team via email at support@mintedconnect.com or through the contact form available on our website. Our team will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
I have a complaint, who do I speak to?
We take customer complaints seriously. If you have a complaint, please contact our support team, and they will escalate the issue to the appropriate department for resolution.