Questions on using Google Maps API
How do Google maps API function?
You can use Google Maps API to embed Google Maps in your web site. For this purpose, Google Maps API makes use of Java Script. It is even possible to draw lines or markers on these maps in the same way as you do for Google maps. If a particular web site is free for its clients, Google maps API can be implemented.
How can I integrate my web site and Google maps?
You need to first sign up for API key. Then you can involve maps on your web site. If you want to know anything more, just refer to Maps API documentation.
What is the function of the Maps API key system?
To register for a Google Maps API key, the user first needs to sign up with the Google account and also agree to all the terms and conditions. In a single account you may go for any number of keys. You also have to register the domain name you are using. Your key will be only valid for the URL path, which will be given when the key creation process is going on. It will also be valid for its sub directories.
I want to put Google Maps on my site without using the API. Can this be done?
No it is not possible. You have to make use of the API to put maps on your web site. It is not possible to access the Google maps or images from the satellites any other ways. Then the application accessing will be blocked.
Is it possible to use Google Maps in any non-Web application?
As of now it is not possible since the Google Maps API can be used only for websites.
I want to use the API on password-protected web site. Can this be done?
Yes it can be done. But you need to refer to the terms and conditions. Only then you can use if on a password protected site. If it is possible to sign up on your web site for free, then it is within the terms and conditions.
Can the Maps API be used for commercial websites?
Yes you can use it for commercial web sites. As long as customers can log in to your site for free, API can be used. You cannot use Google API on web sites like Premium web sites or enterprising web sites.
Can I use the Maps API on a web site which is often visited?
Yes you can use it since any number of page views of maps can be viewed on the web site. In case it is more than 500,000 page views per day, the team should be contacted. They will decide whether it is possible to deal with all the load.
Whom should I contact if I have a query or problem?
If you have any questions, they can be posted on Google maps API discussion groups. You can search in recent discussions to find out if someone else ahs the same problem. It better to submit a link to your website rather than posting code snippets. You need to provide all the details to solve your problem.Google, Google earth, Google maps
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