Place Search API : Authentication : https://developers.google.com/places/documentation/ Below detail coming from above link Need to first register for the API key then you are able to use below link services: The Google Places API uses an API key to identify your application. API keys are managed through the Google APIs Console . You'll need your own server API key before you can begin using the API. To activate the Places API and create your key: Visit the Google APIs Console and log in with your Google account. A default project called API Project is created for you when you first log in to the APIs Console. You can use the project, or create a new one by clicking the API Project button at the top of the window and selecting Create . Google Maps API for Work customers must use the API project created for them as part of their Google Places API for Work purchase. Click the Services link in the left-hand navigation panel. Click the status switch