Match-Connect is an API-based platform designed to streamline and modernise donor-patient communication across registries.

Match-Connect replaces the older EMDIS system with a more secure, standardised, and future-proof solution for international collaboration.

• Patient API (must be implemented first): Manages patient data and updates.
• Search API (requires Patient API): Initiates and retrieves donor search results.
• Connect API (requires Search API): The third API service that WMDA provides in the secure registry-to-registry communication system. Connect API provides a modern message-based architecture enabling registries to communicate donor exchange requests and responses efficiently, rapidly, and securely.

APIs work behind the scenes and will not change your system’s graphical interface (GUI). You have two options:

1. Use software that already supports Match-Connect APIs (e.g., contact Steiner Ltd, Czech Republic).
2. Integrate the APIs into your own system. This will require:
   • Knowledge of REST APIs.
   • Ability to build connections to Match-Connect.
   • Familiarity with JSON data format.
   • (Optional) Use of Postman or similar tools.

No. Match-Connect itself is a pure API-based service, so there’s no standalone demo application available.
However, you can explore the Search & Match sandbox, which includes a web app that works as a demo environment for testing the search and matching process.

If your organisation wants to use Match-Connect, you’ll need to implement the API endpoints and connect your own local system to Match-Connect.

Please see Match-Connect Demo video by Matchis and Gift of Life, showcasing how Match-Connect operates when integrated with local registry software.

Yes, during the transition period (2024–2027), registries may use both systems in parallel. However, the goal is to fully retire EMDIS by the end of 2027.

• Registries can implement specific/recommended sets of API endpoints depending on their use of Match-Connect services.
• Modular Implementation: Registries can enable only the API endpoints relevant to their needs.
• Standardised Platform: Central interface supports consistent search and communication across WMDA registries and transplant centres.
• IT Efficiency: Reduces reliance on separate search tools, potentially lowering maintenance and technical debt.
• Global Data Access: Maintains international visibility of donor records.
• Efficient Matching: Provides search results from 57 countries and 102 organisations through integrated algorithms.
• Secure Infrastructure: Cloud-based system designed for data protection and high availability.
• Privacy Compliance: Meets GDPR and ISO 27001 standards for personal data handling.
• Error Reduction: Automation minimises manual data entry.
• Advanced Algorithms: Hap-E Search and ATLAS matching with optional filters and sorting.
• Open Access: Available to all WMDA members, including non-EMDIS registries.
• Continuity: Supports international coordination if EMDIS use changes.
• Integrated Services: Includes Health Availability Check and Work-Up tools for donor–patient management.

As of September 2025:

Many WMDA members are now exploring and implementing Match-Connect. Leading organisations like DKMS Registry and NMDP plan to migrate their operations in 2026. Canadian Blood Services, Matchis, and Gift of Life have already gone live and are ready to connect with others.  More information can be found here.