Mapbox maps

Follow this step-by-step guide to purchase and set up Mapbox map with the app.

1. Create a Mapbox Account

  1. Visit the Mapbox website.

  2. Click Sign Up and create an account using your email address.

  3. Verify your email and log in to your Mapbox account.

2. Set Up a Billing Plan

  1. Once logged in, navigate to the Billing section from the dashboard.

  2. Add a payment method to activate your account.

    • Mapbox offers a free tier with 50,000 map loads per month. Additional usage will incur charges based on the Mapbox pricing plan.

  3. Review and confirm your plan details.

3. Create an API Key

  1. Go to the Access Tokens section from the Mapbox dashboard.

  2. Click Create a Token.

  3. Enter a name for your token (e.g., "Store Locator Key").

  4. Select Public Token if the key will be used for general map features.

  5. Under Scopes, select the permissions required:

    • Map Loads: Allows maps to load in your app.

    • Geocoding: Enables address search functionality.

  6. Click Create Token. Your API key will be generated. Copy this key for later use.

4. Add the API Key to the SpiceGems Store Locator App

  1. Open the SpiceGems Store Locator App in your Shopify Admin.

  2. Go to the Map Provider section.

  3. Select Mapbox as your provider and paste the API key into the provided field.

  4. Save your settings and verify the map loads correctly in the store locator.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Mapbox free to use? Mapbox offers a free tier with 50,000 map loads per month. Usage beyond this limit is charged based on their pricing plans.

2. How can I monitor my usage? Log in to your Mapbox account and navigate to the Usage Dashboard to track API requests and manage your plan.

3. What happens if I exceed the free tier? Additional charges will apply based on your usage. Review the Mapbox pricing to understand costs.

If you need any assistance regarding the above configurations, please drop an email at help@spicegems.com

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