How to change your home address in Google Maps
Open Google Maps on your Android phone, tap your profile picture in the top right corner, then select Settings. Tap Saved, then tap the home icon next to your current address. You can now edit the address, save it, or delete it and add a new one. The change takes effect when ready in Google Maps and syncs across your Google account on other devices.
If you do not see a saved home address yet, you can add one from the same menu. Tap the + button next to Saved, search for your new address, and tap the home icon to label it as your home location. Google Maps will then use this address for directions, estimated commute times, and location-based suggestions.
Key Takeaways
- Your home address is stored in Google Maps settings under your profile, not in the main map view.
- Changing your home address updates directions, commute estimates, and location suggestions across all your Google services.
- You can edit, delete, or add a new home address from the Saved section of Google Maps settings.
- Changes sync automatically to your Google account on phones, tablets, and computers.
Finding the saved address section
The quickest way to reach your saved addresses is through your Google profile. Tap your profile picture—usually a circle with your initial or photo—in the top right corner of the Google Maps home screen. A menu will drop down with several options.
Look for Settings in that menu and tap it. You will see a list of settings categories. Scroll down until you find Saved, which shows your saved places, home address, and work address. This is where Google Maps stores all your labeled locations.
Editing or replacing your home address
Once you are in the Saved section, you will see your current home address with a home icon next to it. Tap directly on the address or the home icon to open it. A window will appear showing the full address and options to edit or delete it.
To change the address, tap Edit and type in your new address. Google Maps will show suggestions as you type. Select the correct address from the list, and tap Save. If you want to remove the old address entirely without adding a new one, tap Delete instead.
Adding a home address if you do not have one yet
If you have never set a home address in Google Maps, the Saved section will show an empty home slot. Tap the + button or the home icon with a + next to it to add one for the first time.
A search box will open. Type your home address and wait for Google Maps to show matching results. Tap the correct address from the list, and it will be saved as your home location. You can edit it later using the same process described above.
What happens after you update your address
Once you save a new home address, Google Maps when ready uses it for several features. When you ask for directions, Google Maps will offer routes from your home as a starting point. If you use the commute feature, it will calculate travel time from your new address to your work location.
Your home address also syncs to other Google services. Google Assistant may use it for weather forecasts, traffic updates, and location-based reminders. If you sign into Google Maps on a computer or tablet with the same account, your updated home address will appear there too.
Fixing common problems with address updates
If your address does not seem to update, try closing Google Maps completely and reopening it. On Android, swipe up from the bottom of your screen to see all open apps, find Google Maps, and swipe it away. Then tap the Google Maps icon to reopen it fresh.
If the address still does not change, check that you are signed into the correct Google account. Tap your profile picture and look at the email address shown. If you have multiple Google accounts on your phone, make sure you are using the one where you want to save your home address. You can also try signing out and signing back in to force a sync.
Keeping your address private
Your saved home address in Google Maps is private to your account. It does not appear on your public Google profile or in Google search results. Only you can see it when you are signed into your Google account on your phone or computer.
If you share your location with someone through Google Maps, they see your real-time location, not your saved home address. Your saved addresses are separate from location sharing and remain visible only to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have more than one home address saved?
Google Maps allows one home address and one work address as labeled locations. If you need to save multiple addresses, you can add them as regular saved places without the home or work label. Tap the + button in Saved, search for the address, and give it a custom name instead of using the home icon.
Will changing my home address affect my Google account settings elsewhere?
Your Google Maps home address is separate from your account address on file with Google. Changing it in Maps does not change your billing address, shipping address, or the address Google has on record for your account. Those are managed in different settings.
What if Google Maps does not recognize my address?
If your address does not appear in the search results, try typing it in a different format. Start with the street number and name, then add the city and state. If it still does not show up, your address may be too new or in a rural area. You can manually pin the location on the map and save it with a custom label instead.
Does my home address update automatically if I move?
No, Google Maps does not automatically detect when you move. You must manually update your home address in settings. Google Maps uses your saved address, not your current location, so it will keep showing your old address until you change it yourself.
Can I delete my home address without adding a new one?
Yes. Open your home address in Saved, tap Delete, and confirm. Google Maps will remove the label, and you will no longer have a home address set. You can add one back anytime by tapping the + button next to Saved.