Trying to get the new Map component to work from the store. But, it appears that you are required to be a registered Google developer in order to get this to work? Requiring an API Key or something? Very confused. :face_with_spiral_eyes:

Yes, getting a Google API key is pretty annoying, we’ve put some docs together and included an excellent video that shows you how to get it setup :slight_smile: [How to Get a Google Maps API Key in 2 Mins]

Thank you so much for pointing me in the right direction, Dan. I watched the video but, it appears Google has made changes to their web page since this video was created and it is still much more complicated than I am comfortable with. I’ll keep looking for an easier solution. Thanks again!

I agree that the whole process of dealing with Google was very onerous. Additionally, I was unhappy that I had to provide a credit card number to obtain the API. They claim it is free, but I’m not convinced. Once I had the API, though, I couldn’t get the Map component to work. I entered an address,…

can’t wait to see it in action!

OSM, has a limited feature set compared to Google Maps. But I just like not having to go through the whole Google API key process.

Apple Maps can also be embedded on websites now. :blush: Apple Maps on the Web - Maps - Apple Developer MapKit JS brings Apple Maps to the web. This new JavaScript library lets you add interactive maps to webpages — complete with annotations, overlays, and interfaces to Apple Maps serv…

[image] ticknerdesign: I watched the video but, it appears Google has made changes to their web page since this video was created and it is still much more complicated than I am comfortable with. Hey @ticknerdesign If you need any help let me know, I can do a Zoom call to walk you through it…

[image] handshaper: They claim it is free, but I’m not convinced. As long as you are only using the Embed API it’s free. [image] Maps Embed API Usage and Billing | Google for Developers [google-maps-api-pricing] [image] handshaper: Once I had the…

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I have an Open Street Map component ready to go when the store is open to third parties. OSM does not require any API key.

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