Google maps api key checker

About

The Google Maps API Checker chrome extension helps to check whether your Google Maps platform API key is up and running with no security breaches. Google Maps services require API keys to be used and if these keys are left open or unprotected then this makes your app vulnerable to misuse, more charges, or even a complete violation of your app’s security.  

Therefore, with the help of this extension, you can quickly determine whether your API key is properly protected from external threats and perform at its best. For the developers, business people or even IT professionals this tool assists in maintaining safe and correct utilization of the google maps API key. 

Key Features of Google Maps API Checker Chrome Extension 

Quick Security Check: The tool allows you to know in a few seconds if your Google Maps API key is properly configured in a secure manner. 
 

User-Friendly Interface: This is due to the fact that the design of the API key is simple so as to enhance fast checking and reviewing of its security. 
 

Real-Time Alerts: Make sure you’re notified on the spot if any security risks are associated with your API key. 
 

Compatibility: Supports multiple Google Maps API keys for different project and services. 
 

How to Use 

The first step that you need to follow here is to install the extension. 

Download the Google Maps API Checker extension for your Chrome browser. 
 

Step 2: Opening of the Extension 

You can do so by clicking the extension icon present on the browser toolbar. 

Step four: Verify Security Status 

The extension will also verify and show the status of your API key as ‘safe’ or ‘requires additional action. 

Step 5: Save Your API Key (if needed) 

If vulnerabilities are identified, then use the recommendations given below to protect your API key. 

 

To Whom Is It Useful? 

This tool is most beneficial to the developers, business people, IT professionals and anyone involved in managing applications that are connected to Google Maps services. This extension is useful for those who use Google Maps APIs in his/her site or application, so the API keys will be safe from misuse. 
 

Why It is Useful  
 
With this tool, users are able to prevent third parties from accessing Google Maps API keys and thus protect themselves from additional costs, security threats and possible breaches. It is time saving because checking API security can be done through this feature with little effort. For the companies and developers who work with several API keys, the extension is useful as it allows you to combine all keys in one place. 
 

FAQs 
 
1. What is the function of Google Maps API Checker? 
 
The Google Maps API Checker confirms whether your Google Maps API key is well configured to avoid any misuse and access by unauthorized persons. 
 
2. What should I do if the extension finds the vulnerability and how do I protect my Google Maps API key? 
 
With this extension, if you will find any vulnerability, it will suggest to you on how to protect your API key in the future like limiting the key to IPs or referrer domains. 
 
3. Is it possible to use the extension for several API keys? 
 
Yes, the Google Maps API Checker supports multiple Google Maps API keys for various projects so that you can check and secure them easily. 
 
4. This extension is claimed to be free, does that mean that I don’t have to pay to use it? 
 
No, the Google Maps API Checker is not expensive to install and use since it is free of charge. 
 
5. Is there any technical knowledge required while using this extension? 
 
No, the extension is developed to be easily used even by people who do not have a professional level of programming knowledge.