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Google Play API Key Guide: Create, Manage & Revoking

  1. Create or Select a Google Cloud Project
  • Go to the Google Cloud Console main dashboard, and:
    • Click “Select a project” at the top.
    • Either create a new project or choose an existing one.
  1. Enable Google Play Developer API Visit: Google Play Developer API Click Enable for your selected project.
  1. Create a Service Account
  • Go to IAM & Admin > Service Accounts
  • Click Create Service Account
    • Give it a name (e.g., ASO.dev)
    • Skip roles (we’ll set permissions in Play Console)
    • Create and click “Done”
  1. Create and download the JSON key
  • In the service account list, find your new service account.
  • Click Actions (⋮) > Manage Keys > Add Key > Create New Key
    • Choose JSON
    • Click Create → download and keep this file safe (*.json)
  1. Grant access in Google Play Console
  • Go to Google Play Console
  • Open your app > Setup > API access
  • Click “Grant access”, select the service account, and assign Release Manager or custom roles:
    • Minimum required: Edit store listing, pricing & distribution permissions.
  • Accept the invitation if prompted.