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Do you need an api key to use maps embed api?


Asked by Briella Conner on Dec 04, 2021 FAQ



To use the Maps Embed API you must have an API key. The API key is a unique identifier that is used to authenticate requests associated with your project for usage and billing purposes. You must have at least one API key associated with your project.
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To use the Maps Embed API you must have an API key. The API key is a unique identifier that is used to authenticate requests associated with your project for usage and billing purposes. You must have at least one API key associated with your project. To get an API key: Visit the Google Cloud Platform Console.
Likewise, Google Maps API is Now Required As of June 11, 2018, an API key is now required for Google Maps. If you’ve already implemented Google Maps on your site and it’s no longer working, this might be the reason. Or rather, you’re missing the API key. The good news is, for 99% of you, it should still be free. Below is the Google Maps API pricing.
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The link that you posted that says you shouldn't embed API keys in code is related to Google's Cloud Platform. You are fine to leave your API key for Google Maps in your code.
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You need to hide API key when using google maps js API. It is not enough for you to set the referer. I have local web server on my PC and can change my hosts file, So that I can spoof domain name of my HTML as your domain. If you reveal your API key in your HTML, someone might access Google map with that key.