How to obtain a Google Maps API key for the Announcements & Events PrestaShop module

How to obtain a Google Maps API key for the Announcements & Events PrestaShop module

The Announcements & Events module for PrestaShop enables you to offer geolocation-based searches thanks to Google Maps integration.

For this to work properly, you need to create a Google Maps API key.

Here's a step-by-step guide to generating your own API key and adding it to the module.

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Steps to follow

1. Log in to your Google account
   Access Google Cloud Console and log in with your Gmail account.

1. Create a Google Cloud project
   Click on the project selection menu at the top, then on "New project".

1. Give it a name (e.g. Classifieds Project) then click on Create.

1. Activate the necessary APIs
   Go to API & Services > Library, then search for and activate the following APIs:

1. • Maps JavaScript API (mandatory)
   • Geocoding API (to translate addresses into GPS coordinates)
   • Places API (optional for location suggestions)
2. Create an API key
   Go to API & Services > Identifiers, then click on Create identifiers > API key.

1. A key is automatically generated.

1. Restrict the use of your key (recommended)
   Click on the pencil next to the API key to modify it, and apply:
   • Restriction by HTTP referrer: add for example https://votresite.com/*
   • API restriction: select only the APIs activated above
2. Add a billing method
   Even if Google offers $200 of free credit per month, you'll need to register a credit card.

1. Don't worry: this is sufficient for moderate use, such as on an e-commerce site.

1. Paste the API key into the
   module Once the API key has been generated:
   • Log in to your PrestaShop back-office
   • Access the Announcements & Events module configuration
   • Paste your API key into the field provided
   • Save ?
   Your Google Maps is now functional and geolocation search is active!

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Security tip

Never share your API key without restrictions.

Remember to always activate domain restrictions to prevent fraudulent use.