# UltraDirect The UltraDirect transaction interface is used to connect with hotel central reservation systems through the RateGain Switch for checking rates and availability and making bookings in real time. UltraDirect is also connected to the RateGain Hotel Content Database, which provides detailed property information and images. UltraDirect supports: • Fast, immediate confirmation of booking and cancellation requests • Easily make changes to reservations without a cancellation or rebooking • Secure access to negotiated rates • Flexible and customizable XML transaction interface which allows complete control of the process flow and how the information is presented to end users. • Powerful property search capabilities, including by keyword, address or airport code • Access to weekly and monthly transaction reports --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://developer.rategain.com/ultradirect.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.