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title: Real-time transaction data
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Our reporting tools give you access to your merchants' real-time transaction data, including sales, refunds, pre-authorizations, and captures. To view real-time transaction data, you can integrate with our Payroc API or use our Self-Care Portal.

## Different reporting tools

| Aspect         | Payroc API                                                                                    | Self-Care Portal                                                                               |
| :------------- | :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Ideal for      | Partners and ISVs who want to integrate reporting and analytics directly into their software. | Partners and merchants who want to access reporting through a separate self-service interface. |
| Speed of setup | Moderate - Requires some development effort.                                                  | Fast – Transaction data is ready to view.                                                      |
| Scalability    | High – Handle reporting for multiple merchants and large datasets with ease.                  | Moderate – Suitable for day-to-day reporting for one or several merchant accounts.             |
| Customization  | High – Fully customizable to your internal workflows and data needs.                          | Low – Preconfigured reports for quick and easy access to key insights.                         |

## Key capabilities of our Payroc API

**Seamless integration**

* Integrate reporting directly into your software for an uninterrupted user experience.
* Automate data retrieval and synchronization to reduce manual tasks.

**Scalability**

* Scale reporting effortlessly as your merchant base expands.
* Handle large volumes of data without significant manual effort.

**Custom reporting**

* Tailor reports to include the data that matters most to your merchants.
* Provide customizable reporting interfaces that perfectly match your merchants' unique branding.

## Key capabilities of the Self-Care Portal

**On-demand reporting**

* Access transaction data quickly without any integration or setup.
* Generate recurring reports for past transactions to streamline workflows.

**User-friendly interface**

* View and manage all transactions in one centralized hub.
* Export reports easily for sharing or compliance purposes.

**Risk management**

* Detect failed or declined transactions immediately to reduce financial losses.
* Monitor unusual transaction patterns in real time to prevent fraud.

## How to use our reporting tools

Choose the reporting tool that aligns best with your requirements:

* **Payroc API** - Integrate with our Payments endpoints to retrieve real-time transaction data, including payments, refunds, and secure tokens. For detailed information on our Payments endpoints, go to our [API Explorer](/api/introduction).
* **Self-Care Portal** - Use the Self-Care Portal to access real-time transaction data in open batches and historical data in closed batches. For more information about how to use the Self-Care Portal, go to our [Support Hub](https://payroc.helpjuice.com/en_US/self-care-portal).

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