Get  Google API Keys

This section pertains to the WordPress Store Locator Plus plug-in   which is the free base plugin for those WordPress administrators who are controlling the plugin and updates.  If you are a subscriber to  MySLP, our fully managed locator SaaS service, you can ignore this page, we’ve got that covered!

For the WPSLP plugin users these instructions are a general guideline. You will need to visit Google and read their User guide to obtain a new account or update your existing account to get a current Google Maps Javascript API Key.

You do not need to include any additional restrictions  but if you do  then you will also need a second unique key to add in the  field under the SLP/General settings called the Geocoding API key.   Updates to how Google APIS are deployed and the explanation can be found in Google Platform  When you create your project , obtain  your Maps Javascript API  .  The geocoding API is contained under the “Places” API.  The APIS you will need  are now contained under Maps, and Places.  Check to see that both boxes are enabled for your project. View the support documents under Google Product updates for more information as the Google documentation is updated and may supercede the instructions or screenshots contained in this document.  The APIS you need for WPSLP to work properly are the two in the screenshot below, referred to as Maps Javascript and geocoding (not to be confused with geolocation). The Geocoding API  converts addresses into geographic coordinates (geocoding), which you can use to place markers or position the map. This API also allows you to convert geographic coordinates into an address (reverse geocoding).

Step 1: Go To the Google Developer Site