Since end July 2018, Google has decided to change their policy for the Google API key. After a cap of $300 offered by Google, they keys will be billable to be used.

As a result, it is possible that the existing key that is present by default in the bpost plugin no longer works because the usage limit has been exceeded.

How to fix it ?

To solve this problem, and especially for security reasons, we ask our customers to enter their own Google API keys.

Google offers a wizard to setup to API key.

https://cloud.google.com/maps-platform/#get-started

Please note that for bpost plug-ins, you will have to activate the "maps" and "places" services of Google API key.

How much does it cost ?

The Google key is no longer free, but almost...

Indeed, Google offers for free a budget of 300$ on a monthly based , which can represent for example 28500 dynamic map loads, which will definitely match your needs.

Check out all pricing details here: https://cloud.google.com/maps-platform/pricing/

Is it secured ?

In addition, reinforce your website security by restricting the domain(s) (when requesting the key) on which the key will be used. There is therefore no risk of key theft.

Make sure to get the API services activated for your key:

Where should I specify the key in the bpost plug-in ?

The keys have to be entered in the configuration of the plugin located under System>> Configuration >> Shipping Settings :

Magento plug-in:

Prestashop plug-in: