This page helps you decide how to integrate with KlickTipp and whether using the optional PHP Connector makes sense for your use case.
Quick link for PHP developers: PHP Connector on Packagist
KlickTipp offers two technical integration models:
Direct API integration
Use the KlickTipp APIs directly via HTTP requests. This is the recommended and most flexible approach.
PHP Connector (optional)
A helper library that simplifies common tasks for PHP-based projects. It does not add functionality beyond the API.
Direct integration with the KlickTipp APIs is the recommended approach for most use cases.
Use this approach if:
- You need full control over requests and responses
- You are building a long-term or complex integration
- You are working outside of PHP
- You want to implement your own error handling and retries
Avoid this approach only if:
- You want a very quick PHP-only prototype
- You explicitly prefer a higher-level abstraction
The PHP Connector is a convenience layer for PHP developers.
Use the PHP Connector if:
- Your project is PHP-based
- You want to reduce boilerplate code
- You are building internal tools or prototypes
Do not use the PHP Connector if:
- You require fine-grained request control
- You plan to support multiple programming languages
- You want to tightly couple business logic to API behavior
All business logic, validation rules, and automation behavior remain entirely within KlickTipp.
The Connector does not alter this behavior.
Conceptual structure:
- PHP Application
- PHP Connector (optional)
- KlickTipp API
- KlickTipp Platform
For technical details such as available versions, dependencies, and installation instructions, refer to the package listing on Packagist:
The KlickTipp API is the authoritative integration interface and should be the primary choice for all implementations.
The PHP Connector is entirely optional and exists only to simplify common tasks in PHP-based projects.
If you need maximum control, long-term stability, or are working outside of PHP, use the API directly.