Finding the oAuth Client ID/Secret in a massive console can feel like a needle-in-a-haystack situation! While Search is a powerful tool, it’s actually one of three main ways to locate your OAuth details.
As of 2026, here are the most effective methods to find your Client ID and Secret:
The Global Search Bar (Fastest)
The search bar at the top of the Google Cloud Console is highly optimized for "lost" users.
Keywords to use: Type Credentials, OAuth, or Clients.
The Result: Usually, the first result under "Products & Pages" will be APIs & Services > Credentials or the newer Google Auth Platform > Clients. Clicking this will take you directly to the list of all your IDs.
The "JSON Download" Strategy (Most Reliable)
Sometimes the UI hides the Secret behind a "Copy" icon or inside an "Edit" sub-menu to prevent "shoulder surfing" (people looking at your screen).
If you see your Client ID in a list but can't find the Secret, look for the Download JSON icon (usually a small tray with an arrow) on the far right of the row.
Open that file in any text editor. It will explicitly list:
"client_id": "your-id-here"
"client_secret": "your-secret-here"
The New Navigation Path (Manual)
If you prefer navigating the sidebar, Google has consolidated identity tools. Check these two paths:
Primary Path: Navigation Menu (☰) > APIs & Services > Credentials.
Newer Consolidated Path: Navigation Menu (☰) > Google Auth Platform > Clients. (Google is increasingly moving OAuth-specific tasks here to keep them separate from backend API keys).
Important Troubleshooting Tips
The "Secret-less" Client: If you are looking for a secret for an Android, iOS, or Chrome client ID, you won't find one. Google doesn't issue secrets for these platforms because they are considered "public clients" where a secret cannot be safely hidden in the code.
The "Eye" Icon: On the Credential details page, look for a small eye icon next to a masked field (••••••••). Clicking this will reveal the secret without you having to download a file.
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