How to Remove the API From Google Maps

Integrating Google Maps with your site requires an application programming interface code. This API key allows the Google Maps setup on your site to communicate with Google, giving you a way to create custom maps. Google Maps is commonly integrated into sites with extensions and plug-ins; the process of removing the API key depends on which content management system or site engine you're using. Remove the API key to disable the mapping feature or if you plan on upgrading to the latest version of the Google Maps API, which doesn't require an API key.

Instructions

Removing the API in WordPress

1. Sign in to your WordPress dashboard. Click on the "Tools" sidebar link.

2. Click on "Google Maps" to open the Google Maps configuration screen.

3. Scroll down to the "Key" text box. Highlight the key with your mouse cursor. Hit "Backspace" or "Delete" to remove it. Click "Save."

Removing the API in Drupal

1. Sign in to your Drupal admin panel. Click "Modules."

2. Scroll down to the "Location" section. Click "Configure" next to "Google Maps."

3. Scroll down to the "Google Maps Initiation" section. Highlight the API key with your mouse and push "Delete" on the keyboard to delete it.

Removing the API in Joomla

1. Sign in to your Joomla site administrator's section. Click on "Extensions" and then click "Plugin Manager."

2. Click "Google Maps." Click the "General Settings" tab.

3. Scroll down to the "Google API Key" section. Highlight the key with your mouse and hit "Delete" to remove it. Click "Save and Close."

References

• Google Code: Maps API Key