Google Maps API

Step 1: Set Up a Google Cloud Project

1. Go to the Google Cloud Console: Google Cloud Console.

2. Create a new project:

   • Click the Select a project dropdown at the top.

   • Click New Project.

   • Provide a Project Name, choose an organization (if applicable), and click Create.

   • Once the project is created, select it from the project dropdown.

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Step 2: Enable Google Maps API Services

1. Enable APIs:

   • In the Google Cloud Console, click the Navigation Menu (three horizontal lines in the top left).

   • Go to APIs & Services > Library.

   • Search for Maps SDK for Android (for Android apps) and Maps JavaScript API (for Web apps).

   • Click on each API and then click Enable to activate it for your project.

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Step 3: Generate API Key

1. Create API key:

   • After enabling the APIs, go to APIs & Services > Credentials.

   • Click + Create Credentials > API Key.

   • Google will generate an API key for you.

2. Restrict API Key (Recommended):

   • After generating the key, click on the API key to edit.

   • Under API restrictions, select the Maps SDK for Android (for Android) or Maps JavaScript API (for Web).

   • Under Application restrictions, select the relevant option:

     • For Android: Select Android apps and provide the SHA-1 fingerprint and package name.

     • For Web: Select HTTP referrers (websites) and enter the domain(s) where the API key will be used.

   • Click Save.