# YouTube API key

First things first, create or signing your Google account at the following link... <http://console.developers.google.com>

### Create a project

Once signed in, use the ‘Select a Project’ modal to create a new project, name it whatever you want.

### APIs and services

Once created, you will be directed to the ‘APIs and services’ page. From here you can choose ‘+ Enable APIs and services’.

### Adding the YouTube Data API

In the search box, type ‘YouTube Data’, and choose ‘YouTube Data API v3’ from the results. Then ‘Enable’ the API.

### Credentials

Once the API is enabled, there will be a ‘Credentials’ tab on the left, click on that. On the credentials page there will be a ‘+ Create credentials’ option at the top, click that, then choose ‘API Key’.

### Your API key

If everything went well, you will get a modal pop up with your API key for use in H2R Graphics. Copy/paste it into the software!\\

{% hint style="danger" %}
This API key is for your eyes only. Do not share it with anyone.
{% endhint %}
