Reminder - TRAQS and API Testing
This is a reminder that the FINRA test region (NTF) is now available for access to TRAQS using FINRA’s new Multi Factor Authorization (MFA) entitlement method. As part of its Transparency Services improvement initiatives, FINRA is introducing a new method for users to gain secure access to the TRAQS website and will be introducing a new system infrastructure.
Beginning in January 2021, FINRA plans to replace digital certificates with Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) for access to the TRAQS website. Access to the API reference data will continue to be supported by digital certificates until the second quarter in 2021 when MFA is planned to be introduced for the API.
Testing via NTF:
Through Friday, January 22, 2021, FINRA users are encouraged to test the Multi Factor Authentication entitlement process, and TRAQS and the API via the NASDAQ Testing Facility (NTF).
Users may test data in both the new infrastructure and the current infrastructure by accessing the links below.
| Function | Link | Notes |
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Setup entitlement for TRAQS user access to new platform |
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Allows user to access their NTF user profile and TRAQS in new NTF platform via Multi Factor Authentication |
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Access TRAQS in new NTF infrastructure |
https://beta-ntf.finratraqs.org
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TRAQS available via Multi Factor Authentication credentials |
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Access to API reference data in new NTF infrastructure |
https://download-ntf2.finratraqs.org
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Allows user to review API files in new infrastructure; Currently, a digital certificate, login id and password are necessary for API access to the new infrastructure |
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Access to TRAQS in current NTF infrastructure |
https://www-ntf.finratraqs.org
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TRAQS available in current platform; A digital certificate, login id and password are necessary to access the current infrastructure |
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Access to API reference data in current NTF infrastructure |
https://download-ntf.finratraqs.org
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Allows user to review API files in current infrastructure; A digital certificate, login id and password are necessary to access the current infrastructure |
Users may test free of charge in NTF for 30 calendar days. Users must notify [email protected] at the commencement of testing. Once a user informs the NASDAQ test team, the testing free period will continue uninterrupted for 30 calendar days. After the 30-day period ends, normal NTF fees will apply for connecting and testing. Questions regarding NTF fees can be directed to NASDAQ Technical Services at (212) 231-5180.
Please contact FINRA Product Management or call (866) 899-2107 with questions regarding this notice.