# Rival API Docs

# Rival API Connectivity Options

Explore our high-performance solutions for Market Data and Order Management.


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## 🌐 [R1 WebSocket API](https://rivalsystems.getoutline.com/s/3a1c668b-79be-48b3-83a1-859ecf82a4d0/doc/overview-MeKFxBVURU)

**Our Preferred Approach**

The WebSocket API provides a flexible, language-agnostic interface suitable for most trading applications. It supports both internet-based and colocation-based connectivity.


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We also offer an [**AI Agent Skill**](https://github.com/rivalsystems/rivalone-ai-skills) repo that can assist in jumpstarting your project

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* **Connectivity:** Internet & Colo-based
* **Compatibility:** Language Agnostic (WebSockets)
* **Use Case:** Market Data and Order Management API


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## ⚡ [C++ Low-Latency Connectivity](https://www.rivalsystems.com/products/smart-api/)

**Optimized for Speed**

A specialized, datacenter-hosted solution engineered specifically for ultra-low-latency applications where every microsecond counts.

* **Connectivity:** Datacenter-hosted only
* **Performance:** Ultra-low-latency
* **Access:** [Fill out the Demo Form](https://www.rivalsystems.com/contact/request-a-demo/) for sales inquiries, technical documentation, and SDK downloads.


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*For further assistance, please contact our technical support team or your account manager.*

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**Documents**

- [Rival Websocket API](https://rivalsystems.getoutline.com/s/3a1c668b-79be-48b3-83a1-859ecf82a4d0/doc/rival-websocket-api-kFEIQKQvp0)