API keys allow PitchPad to securely connect to platforms (like YouTube, Twitch, etc.) on your behalf. They do not give access to your login, password, or private data, and you can revoke them at any time.
- PitchPad encrypts your API keys and stores them locally on your computer. They are never uploaded or shared.
- Each platform provides a limited request quota, which PitchPad uses for tasks like searching for creators or updating stats. For normal use, the free quota is more than sufficient, and the app shows you an estimate of your current usage. For exact information, you can always check the platform’s own dashboard.
YouTube
1. Open the Google Cloud Console
Go to:
https://console.cloud.google.com
Log in with the Google account you want to use.
2. Create a New Project
In the top bar of the Google Cloud Console:
- Click Project Selector
- Click New Project
- Give it a name (anything you like)
- Click Create
3. Enable the YouTube Data API v3
Inside your project:
- Go to APIs & Services → Library
- Search for YouTube Data API v3
- Click it
- Press Enable
4. Create an API Key
- Go to APIs & Services → Credentials
- Click Create Credentials
- Select API Key
- Google will display your new API key
- Copy the key
5. Paste the API Key into PitchPad
Paste the key into the YouTube API Key section inside Settings → Manage API Keys.