Update your home address in Google Maps through your Google Account settings

Your home address on Google Maps is stored in your Google Account, not on the map itself. To change it, you go to your account settings, find the "Addresses" section, and edit or replace the address saved there. The change takes effect when ready across Google Maps, Google Search, and other Google services that use your location data.

The process is the same whether you use Google Maps on your phone, tablet, or computer — you are always editing the same address in your account. Once you update it, the new address appears everywhere you are signed in.

Key Takeaways

  • Your home address lives in your Google Account settings under "Addresses", not in the Google Maps app itself.
  • You can add, edit, or delete your home address from any device where you are signed into Google.
  • Changes sync across all your devices and all Google services within a few minutes.
  • You can save multiple addresses (home, work, other) and Google Maps will label them for you.
  • Your address is private — only you see it unless you choose to share your location with specific people.

How to change your home address on a phone or tablet

Open Google Maps and tap your profile picture or initial in the top right corner. Tap "Settings" from the menu that appears. Scroll down and tap "Addresses" — you will see any addresses you have already saved.

If you already have a home address saved, tap it to edit it. Delete the old address and type the new one, then tap "Save". If you do not have a home address saved yet, tap the plus sign (+) next to "Addresses" to add one. Type the new address, select "Home" from the label options, and tap "Save".

How to change your home address on a computer

Go to myaccount.google.com in your web browser and sign in if you are not already. Click "Personal info" in the left menu, then scroll down to find "Addresses". Click the address you want to change, or click the plus sign (+) to add a new one.

Type your new address in the field that appears. Use the dropdown menu to label it as "Home", "Work", or another category. Click "Save" when you are done. The address updates across all your devices within a few minutes.

What happens when you change your address

Google Maps uses your saved home address to calculate travel times, show nearby places, and set default locations when you search. When you update it, these features when ready use the new address. If you have set up location sharing with family members or friends through Google Family Link or Google Maps, they will see your location update to the new address.

Your address is not public. It appears only to you and to people you have explicitly shared your location with. Changing your address does not affect your Google Search history, your Gmail account, or any other Google service unless you have specifically linked them to your location.

Saving multiple addresses for different purposes

You can save more than one address in your Google Account. This is useful if you have a work address, a second home, or a place you visit regularly. Each address gets its own label — Home, Work, or a custom label you create.

To add another address, go back to the Addresses section in your Google Account settings and tap or click the plus sign (+). Type the new address, choose or create a label, and save it. Google Maps will then show all your saved addresses when you tap your profile picture, making it straightforward to get directions to any of them without typing.

Fixing an address that Google Maps does not recognize

If you type an address and Google Maps does not suggest it or shows the wrong location, try typing it in a different format. Start with the street number and name, then add the city and state or postal code. If the address is very new or in a rural area, Google Maps may not have it in its database yet.

As a workaround, you can save the address using nearby landmarks or a cross street, or you can use the map to drag a pin to the exact location you want. Once you have the pin in the right place, tap or click it and select "Save this place" to add it to your saved addresses. You can then edit the label to say "Home" or whatever you prefer.

Removing your home address from Google Maps

If you want to delete your saved home address, go to your Google Account settings and find the Addresses section. Tap or click the address you want to remove, then look for a delete or trash icon. Confirm the deletion. The address is removed when ready and will no longer appear in Google Maps or other Google services.

Deleting your address does not affect your Google Account or your search history. You can add a new address at any time if you change your mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can other people see my home address on Google Maps?

No. Your saved address is private and visible only to you. Other people cannot see it unless you share your real-time location with them through Google Maps' location-sharing feature, which shows your current location, not your saved address.

Why does Google Maps still show my old address after I changed it?

Changes usually appear within a few minutes, but sometimes it takes longer. Try signing out of your Google Account and signing back in, or close and reopen the Google Maps app. If the old address still appears, make sure you edited the address in your Google Account settings, not just in the app.

Can I change my home address on Google Maps without changing my Google Account address?

Yes. Your saved home address in Google Maps is separate from your Google Account's official address (used for billing and recovery). You can change one without affecting the other.

What if I do not want to save a home address at all?

You do not have to save one. Google Maps works fine without a saved home address. You can still search for places, get directions, and use all other features. Saving a home address is optional and only useful if you want quick access to directions home or nearby information.