Instead of just copying an embed code and pasting it into the source code of a web page, website owners are now required to use an API key to properly display a Google Map.
The Google Maps Platform last year changed its rules-and pricing model-for websites with embedded maps. But don’t sweat it! We can fix it together. More importantly, if you’re the business owner of said burrito shop, this problem affects you, too.
Major bummer! Google has just become a barrier between you and those extra tasty burritos you’ve been hearing so much about. “This page can’t load Google Maps correctly.” Have you recently looked for the address of a new restaurant or shop only to find a Google Maps error on the contact page of its website?