Title: Quick Maps – Google Maps Without API Key
Author: Renzo Johnson
Published: <strong>24 november 2019</strong>
Last modified: 8 augustus 2026

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# Quick Maps – Google Maps Without API Key

 Door [Renzo Johnson](https://profiles.wordpress.org/rnzo/)

[Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/quick-maps.26.08.07.23.zip)

 * [Details](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/quick-maps/#description)
 * [Beoordelingen](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/quick-maps/#reviews)
 *  [Installatie](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/quick-maps/#installation)
 * [Ontwikkeling](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/quick-maps/#developers)

 [Ondersteuning](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/quick-maps/)

## Beschrijving

**Quick Maps adds responsive [Google Maps to WordPress](https://quickmaps.io/add-google-maps-to-wordpress)
with the `[quick-maps]` shortcode.** Basic maps use a standard Google Maps embed,
so they do not require a [Google Maps API key](https://quickmaps.io/google-maps-without-api-key),
a Google Cloud project, or a [billing account](https://quickmaps.io/google-maps-api-pricing-explained).

Enter an address, business, landmark, or coordinates inside the shortcode. Optional
attributes control width, height, zoom, map type, language, and driving directions.
The embed uses [native lazy loading](https://quickmaps.io/is-a-map-plugin-slowing-down-your-wordpress-site),
so an off-screen map is deferred until the browser approaches it.

    ```
    [quick-maps]Orlando, Florida[/quick-maps]
    [quick-maps type="satellite" zoom="16"]Grand Canyon[/quick-maps]
    [quick-maps from="Orlando, FL" to="Miami, FL"][/quick-maps]
    ```

#### Google Maps Shortcode for WordPress

Each feature below links to a full how-to guide in the [Quick Maps documentation](https://quickmaps.io/docs).

 * **No API key for basic maps** – use the standard Google Maps embed without creating
   a Google Cloud project or enabling billing. [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/google-maps-without-api-key).
 * **Add a map with one shortcode** – place an address, business name, landmark,
   or coordinates inside `[quick-maps]`. [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/add-google-maps-to-wordpress).
 * **Responsive map output** – maps fill their container width by default, with 
   configurable `width` and `height`. [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-satellite-terrain-zoom).
 * **Roadmap, satellite, hybrid, or terrain** – choose the map style with the `type`
   attribute. [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-satellite-terrain-zoom).
 * **Control zoom (0-21)** with the `zoom` attribute. [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-satellite-terrain-zoom).
 * **Show the map in any language** with the `lang` attribute. [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-language).
 * **Show driving directions** between two places with the `from` and `to` attributes.
   [Full guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-directions).
 * **Native lazy loading** – off-screen map embeds are deferred using the browser’s
   native loading behavior. [Why it matters](https://quickmaps.io/is-a-map-plugin-slowing-down-your-wordpress-site).
 * **Use where shortcodes run** – add maps to posts, pages, widgets, and compatible
   page builders.

#### Pro Features

Quick Maps Pro (available at [quickmaps.io](https://quickmaps.io/pro)) adds:

 * [Color Schemes](https://quickmaps.io/pro#color-schemes): dark, muted, grayscale,
   and sepia presets.
 * [Custom Markers](https://quickmaps.io/pro#custom-markers): your own pins, brand
   colors, and marker images.
 * [Advanced Lazy Loading](https://quickmaps.io/pro#lazy-loading): click-to-load
   and scroll-to-load facades.
 * [Custom JS](https://quickmaps.io/pro#custom-css) and [Custom CSS](https://quickmaps.io/pro#custom-css):
   extend and fine-tune your maps.

#### External Service: Google Maps

Quick Maps embeds maps served by Google Maps. The plugin does not require a Google
Maps API key for its basic embed, but the displayed map is still provided by Google.

**When data is sent:** when a page containing a Quick Maps embed loads. Native lazy
loading may defer the request until the map approaches the visible area.

**What is sent:** the configured address, place, coordinates, route, and map settings,
plus the visitor request information Google needs to serve the embed. According 
to Google’s documentation this may include IP address, browser or device information,
referrer URL, and interaction data.

Use of the embed is subject to the [Google Maps Additional Terms](https://maps.google.com/help/terms_maps/)
and the [Google Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy). Site owners
are responsible for their own privacy disclosure and consent configuration.

#### Quick Maps Privacy

[Read about our policy](https://quickmaps.io/privacy)

## Installatie

 1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to **Plugins  Add New** and search for “Quick Maps”,
    or upload the plugin ZIP under **Plugins  Add New  Upload Plugin**.
 2. Click **Install Now**, then **Activate**.
 3. Edit any post, page, or widget and add the shortcode with the address or place 
    you want to show:
     [quick-maps]Orlando, Florida[/quick-maps]
 4. Publish or update. Your map is live, with no API key or configuration needed for
    the basic embed.

**Requirements:** WordPress 6.2 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher.

## FAQ

### How do I add Google Maps to WordPress without an API key?

Install Quick Maps and place an address or location inside the `[quick-maps]` shortcode.
Basic maps use a standard Google Maps embed and do not require a [Google Maps API key](https://quickmaps.io/google-maps-without-api-key),
Google Cloud project, or billing account.

### How do I add a Google Map shortcode in WordPress?

Add `[quick-maps]Your address or place[/quick-maps]` to a post, page, widget, or
compatible page-builder shortcode element. See the [step-by-step guide](https://quickmaps.io/add-google-maps-to-wordpress).

### How do I change the size of the map?

Use the `width` and `height` attributes. Width defaults to `100%` (responsive):
[
quick-maps height=”500px” width=”75%”]Magic Kingdom, Florida[/quick-maps]

### Can I show a satellite or terrain map?

Yes. Add the `type` attribute with `satellite`, `hybrid`, or `terrain`. The default
is the standard road map. See the [map type guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-satellite-terrain-zoom):
[
quick-maps type=”hybrid”]Golden Gate Bridge[/quick-maps]

### Can I set the zoom level?

Yes. Use the `zoom` attribute with a value from 0 (the whole world) to 21 (street
level):
 [quick-maps zoom=”17″]Willis Tower, Chicago[/quick-maps]

### Can I show the map in another language?

Yes. Add the `lang` attribute with a language code, e.g. `lang="es"` for Spanish.
See the [map language guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-language):
[
quick-maps lang=”fr”]Paris[/quick-maps]

### Can the shortcode show Google Maps directions?

Yes. Use the `from` and `to` attributes to display a route between two locations.
See the [directions guide](https://quickmaps.io/wordpress-google-map-directions):
[
quick-maps from=”Orlando, FL” to=”Miami, FL”][/quick-maps]

### Can I disable the product heartbeat?

Yes. Go to **Settings  Quick Maps**, clear **Send privacy-safe aggregate product
signals**, and save. Your choice remains saved through plugin updates and reactivation.

### Can I use it inside a widget or page builder?

Yes. Quick Maps works anywhere WordPress shortcodes run, including text/HTML widgets
and most popular page builders. The [documentation](https://quickmaps.io/docs) has
builder examples.

### Where can I get help?

Start with the [Quick Maps documentation](https://quickmaps.io/docs), or [contact us directly](https://quickmaps.io/contact)
and the developers will answer you.

### Is Quick Maps free?

Yes, the plugin is free. The Pro version at [quickmaps.io](https://quickmaps.io/pro)
adds color schemes, custom markers, custom JS/CSS, and advanced lazy-loading controls.

## Beoordelingen

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### 󠀁[Works like a charm](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/works-like-a-charm-1580/)󠁿

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If you’re not sure which map plugin to download, this one is the way to go. It doesn’t
get any simpler than this, it works, and it doesn’t slow down your page load.

 [ Lees alle 2 beoordelingen ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/quick-maps/reviews/)

## Bijdragers & ontwikkelaars

“Quick Maps – Google Maps Without API Key” is open source software. De volgende 
personen hebben bijgedragen aan deze plugin.

Bijdragers

 *   [ Renzo Johnson ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/rnzo/)
 *   [ quickmaps ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/quickmaps/)
 *   [ Ivan Harmat ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ivanharmat/)

[Vertaal “Quick Maps – Google Maps Without API Key” in je eigen taal.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/quick-maps)

### Interesse in ontwikkeling?

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[SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/quick-maps/) op, of abonneer 
je op het [ontwikkellog](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/quick-maps/) via
[RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/quick-maps/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss).

## Changelog

For the full changelog with details, see [Release History](https://quickmaps.io/changelog).

#### 26.08.07.23

[Version 26.08.07.23 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#26.08.07.23)

#### 026.07.06.15

[Version 026.07.06.15 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#026.07.06.15)

#### 026.06.26.21

[Version 026.06.26.21 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#026.06.26.21)

#### 026.05.13.15

[Version 026.05.13.15 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#026.05.13.15)

#### 026.03.27.1740

[Version 026.03.27.1740 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#026.03.27.1740)

#### 026.02.03.19

[Version 026.02.03.19 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#026.02.03.19)

#### 1.02.25

[Version 1.02.25 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#1.02.25)

#### 1.0.16

[Version 1.0.16 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#1.0.16)

#### 1.0.2

[Version 1.0.2 release notes](https://quickmaps.io/changelog#1.0.2)

[View the complete release history](https://quickmaps.io/changelog).

## Meta

 *  Versie **26.08.07.23**
 *  Laatst geüpdatet **3 dagen geleden**
 *  Actieve installaties **30+**
 *  WordPress versie ** 6.2 of nieuwer **
 *  Getest t/m **7.0.3**
 *  PHP versie ** 7.4 of nieuwer **
 *  Taal
 * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/quick-maps/)
 * Tags
 * [directions](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/directions/)[geolocation](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/geolocation/)
   [Google Maps](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/google-maps/)[map shortcode](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/map-shortcode/)
 *  [Geavanceerde weergave](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/quick-maps/advanced/)

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## Bijdragers

 *   [ Renzo Johnson ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/rnzo/)
 *   [ quickmaps ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/quickmaps/)
 *   [ Ivan Harmat ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ivanharmat/)

## Ondersteuning

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 [Het supportforum bekijken](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/quick-maps/)

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