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How to Get and Input Your Last.fm API Key

This guide will show you how to create a Last.fm API key and input it into your application or service.

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Step 1: Go to the Last.fm API Account Creation Page

Navigate to the Last.fm API account creation page:
https://www.last.fm/api/account/create

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Step 2: Fill Out the API Account Form

You will see a form similar to the one below:

• Contact email: Enter your email address.
• Application name: Choose a unique name for your application.
• Application description: Briefly describe what your application does.
• Callback URL & Application homepage: Fill these out if required by your use case, otherwise you can leave them blank for personal scripts or local testing.
• Complete the CAPTCHA and click SUBMIT.

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Step 3: Retrieve Your API Key

After submitting the form, you will see a confirmation screen displaying your new API details:

Important: Copy your API key, you’ll need these to connect to the Last.fm API.

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Step 4: Input Your API Key

1. Go back to the page.
2. Paste the API key into the appropriate field.

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If you lose your key, you can view your API accounts at your Last.fm API account page.