Change your home address by opening Google Maps, tapping or clicking the menu, and selecting "Home" to enter or update the location
Google Maps stores a home address so you can quickly get directions there with one tap. If you move, change where you consider home, or want to correct an address Google has guessed, you can update it in seconds. The process is the same on phones and computers, though the exact menu location differs slightly between Android, iPhone, and desktop.
Your home address is private — it does not show on your profile or in any public list. Only you can see it, and only when you are signed into your Google account on that device. Google uses it to personalize directions and commute times, but stores it separately from your location history.
Key Takeaways
- Open Google Maps, tap or click the menu icon (three horizontal lines), and select "Home" to add or change your home address.
- Type the address or tap the map to pinpoint the exact location, then confirm to save it.
- Your home address is visible only to you and does not appear on your public profile.
- You can change your home address as many times as you need — there is no limit to updates.
- If you set a home address by mistake, you can delete it by opening the Home shortcut and tapping the delete or trash icon.
How to add or change home on Android
Open the Google Maps app and look for the three horizontal lines (called a hamburger menu) in the top left corner. Tap it, then scroll down and tap "Home". If you have not set a home address yet, you will see a search box that says "Add home".
Type your address into the search box or tap the map to pinpoint the location by hand. Google will show you the address it thinks you mean — check that the street name, number, and city are correct. Once you confirm, the address saves when ready. The next time you open Maps, you will see "Home" as a quick option at the bottom of the screen when you tap the directions button.
If you already have a home address saved and want to change it, tap the menu, select "Home", and you will see your current address with a pencil icon next to it. Tap the pencil to edit, type the new address, and confirm the change.
How to add or change home on iPhone
Open Google Maps and tap the profile icon (a circle with your initial or photo) in the top right corner. Scroll down and tap "Home". If no home address is set, you will see "Add home" with a search box below it.
Type your address or tap the map to select the location. Google will show you what it found — verify the street, number, and city match what you want. Tap "Set as home" or the checkmark to save. On iPhone, the home shortcut then appears at the bottom of the screen when you search for directions.
To change an existing home address on iPhone, tap the profile icon, scroll to "Home", and tap the pencil icon next to your current address. Type the new address, verify it, and confirm the change.
How to add or change home on a computer
Go to Google Maps in your web browser and click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left. Click "Home" from the dropdown menu. If you have not set a home address, you will see a search box labeled "Add home".
Type your address into the search box. Google will show you matching results — click the one that matches your actual address. The address saves when ready, and the next time you search for directions, "Home" will appear as a quick option you can click instead of typing the full address.
If you already have a home address saved, click the menu, click "Home", and you will see your current address with a pencil icon. Click the pencil, type the new address, and click the result to confirm.
What to do if Google Maps shows the wrong location
Sometimes Google Maps pinpoints a home address to the wrong building, especially in apartment complexes or areas with similar street names. If this happens, open the home address (through the menu), and you will see the location marked on the map. Drag the pin to the correct spot, or tap the address bar and search for a more specific location — include your apartment number or building name if needed.
If the address itself is misspelled or incomplete, edit it the same way: open Home, tap or click the pencil icon, and retype the address correctly. Google will show you suggestions as you type — select the correct one from the list rather than typing it all by hand, because that reduces the chance of a typo.
How to delete your home address
If you no longer want a home address saved in Google Maps, open the menu and select "Home". You will see your current address with a trash or delete icon next to it (usually three dots on a phone, or a trash icon on a computer). Tap or click that icon and confirm the deletion. The address is removed when ready, and "Home" will no longer appear as a shortcut in your directions.
Deleting your home address does not affect your location history or any other Google account settings — it only removes the shortcut from Maps.
Why you might want to set a home address
Setting a home address in Google Maps saves time when you need directions. Instead of typing your full address every time, you can tap or click "Home" and get directions in one step. Google also uses your home address to show you commute times to work, traffic conditions on your usual route, and estimated arrival times when someone shares their location with you.
If you travel frequently or have multiple homes, you can also add a "Work" address the same way — tap the menu, select "Work", and enter that location. This gives you two quick shortcuts instead of one, so you can switch between home and work directions without typing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can other people see my home address in Google Maps?
No. Your home address is private and visible only to you when you are signed into your Google account. It does not appear on your public profile, in your location history, or anywhere else that other people can see. Even if you share your location with someone, they see only your current location, not your saved home address.
What if I set the wrong address as home by mistake?
Open the menu, tap or click "Home", and you will see the address you saved. Tap or click the pencil icon to edit it, type the correct address, and confirm. The change takes effect when ready, and the old address is replaced.
Can I have more than one home address saved?
Google Maps lets you save one "Home" and one "Work" address. If you need to save additional locations, you can star them or add them to a list instead. Open the location, tap or click the star icon, and it will appear in your saved places whenever you need it.
Does changing my home address affect my location history?
No. Your home address and location history are separate. Changing your home address in Maps does not delete, modify, or affect any of your location history. Location history is a record of where you have been; your home address is just a shortcut for directions.
Why does Google Maps keep suggesting the wrong location when I type my address?
Google Maps searches based on what it finds in its database, which can be outdated or incomplete in some areas. If you see the wrong location in the suggestions, ignore it and tap or click the correct one from the list, or drag the pin on the map to the right spot. You can also include more details like your apartment number or building name to narrow down the results.