Set up the Maps Static API

This document describes the steps you need to start using the Maps Static API.

Check that you meet the prerequisites.

Turn on the API in your Google Cloud project.

Configure an API key to make an authenticated API request.

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Last updated 2026-10-01 UTC.

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