Get started

To start building applications with location services, you need an account and an API key.

1. Sign in with your ArcGIS account

Use the developer dashboard to start building applications.

2. Start with an API key

The ArcGIS Platform supports different authentication methods. You can use an API key or OAuth 2.0 access token; we recommend starting with an API key. Learn more in Security and authentication.

3. Explore tutorials

Learn how to build applications with location services and use tools to prepare content and data for applications.

Display a map

Create and display a map with the basemap layer service.

Search for an address

Convert an address or place to a location with the Geocoding service.

Find a route and directions

Find a route and directions with the Routing service

4. Deploy your application

Learn about the General guidelines and Terms of Use before distributing your application.

Next steps

• Introduction

  Learn about this guide and its resources.

• Get started

  Sign up for an account and get an API key.

• Tutorials

  Build an app by following step-by-step instructions.

• Deploy

  Guidelines to distribute your application.