Google Reviews Integration

Explore Google Places API integration for fetching and normalizing Google reviews.

Integration Status

API Key Required

To use Google Places API, you need to set up a Google Cloud project and enable the Places API.

Rate Limits & Costs

Google Places API has rate limits and costs per request. Consider caching strategies for production use.

Attribution Required

Google requires attribution when displaying Places data. This is handled in the UI components.

Test Google Places API

Implementation Guide

1. Google Cloud Setup

  • Create a Google Cloud project
  • Enable the Places API
  • Create API credentials (API Key)
  • Set up billing (required for Places API)

2. Environment Variables

GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY=your_api_key_here

3. Rate Limits & Costs

  • Places API: $17 per 1,000 requests
  • Place Details: $3 per 1,000 requests
  • Rate limit: 1,000 requests per 100 seconds
  • Consider implementing caching to reduce costs

4. Attribution Requirements

Google requires attribution when displaying Places data. Include "Powered by Google" or similar attribution text in your UI.