Learn how to set up a new account and get started with ArcGIS Location Platform.
To start building applications with ArcGIS Location Platform, you need an account, an access token, and a client API.
1. Sign up for an account
If you have not done so already, sign up for an ArcGIS Location Platform account. You can sign up for free and access location services through a generous free tier of service.
2. Get an API key
Learn how to configure an API key credential to access ArcGIS services. Learn more in Security and authentication.
3. Explore ArcGIS services
Go to developer guides to learn what you can build with location services, spatial analysis services, and data services.
4. Discover SDKs and APIs
Use ArcGIS Maps SDKs, open source libraries, and scripting APIs to access services and build applications.
5. Deploy an application
The license and distribution requirements for deploying your application are determined by the type of application you develop and the API you use. Before you deploy an application, be sure to review the Terms of Use. If you have deployment requirements that do not follow our Terms of Use, please contact Esri Sales.