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YouTube Data API Developer Key
To access the YouTube Data API, you need a developer key.
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To generate a new key, follow the link below. When prompted, enter your Google Account credentials (email address and password). The system will generate a developer key associated with your account, and will redirect you back to this page to display the key.
Generate New Key
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Last updated 2025-05-07 UTC.
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