You can edit a Google review anytime by finding it in your Google account and changing the text, rating, or photos
Google lets you change any review you wrote — the star rating, the written text, or the photos you attached. You can do this from a computer or phone, and the changes take effect within a few hours. If you want to remove the review entirely instead of editing it, that option is also available in the same place.
The process is straightforward once you know where to look, because Google keeps your reviews organized in one spot tied to your account. You do not need to contact Google support or wait for approval — your edits go live automatically.
Key Takeaways
- You can edit the text, stars, or photos of any review you posted by opening your Google profile and finding the review in your review history.
- Changes to your review appear within a few hours and do not require approval from Google or the business.
- If you want to remove a review completely instead of editing it, you can delete it from the same menu where you edit.
- On a phone, you edit reviews through the Google Maps app or the Google Search app, depending on where you originally posted the review.
- If you cannot find your review, check that you are signed into the same Google account you used when you posted it.
How to edit a review on a computer
Open Google Maps or Google Search on your computer and sign into your Google account. Click your profile picture in the top right corner, then select "Your contributions" or "Your reviews" — the exact wording depends on whether you are in Maps or Search. You will see a list of all the reviews you have posted.
Find the review you want to change and hover your mouse over it. A pencil icon and a trash icon will appear. Click the pencil icon to edit. You can now change the star rating by clicking the stars, rewrite the text in the comment box, or add or remove photos. When you are done, click "Update" to save your changes.
How to edit a review on an iPhone or Android phone
On a phone, the steps depend on which app you used to post the review. If you posted it through Google Maps, open the Maps app, tap your profile picture at the bottom right, and tap "Your reviews." If you posted it through Google Search, open the Google Search app, tap your profile picture, and tap "Your reviews."
Find the review you want to change and tap it. A menu will appear with options to edit or delete. Tap "Edit review" to change the stars, text, or photos. Make your changes and tap "Update" when you are finished. The changes will appear within a few hours.
What happens after you edit a review
Your edited review replaces the old version — Google does not show a history of what you changed or when you changed it. The business owner sees the updated review, but they do not receive a notification that you edited it. The review keeps the same date it was originally posted.
If you added or removed photos, those changes take effect at the same time as your text or rating changes. If you change your rating from five stars to two stars, that new rating is what counts toward the business's overall average.
How to delete a review instead of editing it
If you want to remove the review entirely, follow the same steps to find it in your review history. Instead of clicking the pencil icon, click the trash icon (on a computer) or tap "Delete review" (on a phone). Google will ask you to confirm that you want to delete it. Once you confirm, the review is removed and no longer appears on the business's page.
Deleting a review is permanent — you cannot undo it. If you change your mind later, you can post a new review, but it will have a new date and will not restore the original one.
Reasons you might not be able to edit a review
If you cannot find your review in your review history, the most common reason is that you are signed into a different Google account than the one you used to post it. Check that your profile picture matches the account you remember using. If you have multiple Google accounts, try signing out and signing back in with a different account.
Occasionally, a review may be removed by Google if it violates their review policies — for example, if it contains spam, hate speech, or off-topic content. If your review disappeared and you did not delete it yourself, it was likely removed by Google's automated systems or by a human reviewer. In that case, you cannot edit it because it no longer exists on the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the business owner see that I edited my review?
No. The business owner sees only the current version of your review, not a record of what you changed or when you changed it. They do not receive a notification when you edit.
How long does it take for my edited review to show up?
Your changes usually appear within a few hours, though it can occasionally take up to 24 hours. The review does not need approval before it goes live.
Can I edit a review I posted years ago?
Yes. As long as the review is still on the business's page and you are signed into the account that posted it, you can edit it at any time, no matter how old it is.
What if I want to change my review but keep the same date?
When you edit a review, the original posting date stays the same. Only the content changes. There is no way to update the date without deleting and reposting the review.
Can I edit a review if I deleted my Google account?
No. If you deleted your Google account, you no longer have access to edit or delete reviews posted under that account. The reviews may remain on the business's page, but you cannot modify them.