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Get a Bing API Key

A Bing API key is required for CloudServices geocoding and distance and drive time calculations. If you're ready to leverage these powerful tools, get your Bing API key to get started!

  1. Go to Bing Maps API Key.
    You'll be presented with several account levels and pricing options. Scroll down the page to find the Bing Maps Basic Key for a free option.
  2. Click Get a Free Basic Key.
  3. You'll be directed to the Bing Maps Portal.
  4. Click Sign in.
  5. If necessary, follow the prompts to set up an account.
    Note: You do not need to have a Microsoft account to set up an account.
  6. From the My Account drop-down menu, select Account Details.
  7. Click Enable Account.
  8. From the My Account drop-down menu, select My Keys.
  9. In the Click here to create a new key hyperlink, click here.
  10. Provide the required Key information:
    1. Application Name: MinistryPlatform
    2. Application URL: The base Uri on your Domain record
    3. Key Type: Basic
    4. Application Type: Website
  11. Click Create.
Your Bing API Key will be displayed after you select Create. You can copy your key by
  • Selecting Show Key and copying the value
  • Selecting Copy Key

Image displaying the API Key details for MinistryPlatform.

Add Your Bing API Key

After you've copied your Bing API Key, you'll need to add it to the Platform.
  1. Go to Administration > Configuration Settings.
  2. Find the COMMON,BingApiKey Setting.
  3. Click Edit.
  4. Paste your API Key into the value field.
    Tip: Be sure there are no spaces before or after your API Key.
  5. Click Save.
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Last updated: May 17, 2024