Map Api Creation

CBX Map plugin supports both Google map and Openstreet map. Openstreet map doesn’t need api key but Google map needs api key. Follow the below steps to create api key from google developer console.

How to create a Google Maps API Key (Web)

  1. Open Google Cloud Console and sign in.
  2. Create or select a project.
  3. Enable billing for the project.
  4. Enable Maps JavaScript API and Places API under APIs & Services → Library.
  5. Create an API key under APIs & Services → Credentials.
  6. Restrict the key:
    • Application restrictions → choose HTTP referrers (web sites) and add your domains.
    • API restrictions → allow only Maps JavaScript API and Places API.
  7. Save and use the key in your web app.

Last modified: September 10, 2025