Why you might need to change your home address in Google Maps
Google Maps stores a home address so that when you search for directions, it automatically offers "home" as a destination option. If you've moved, changed where you consider home, or Google has the wrong address on file, you can update it in a few taps. The address you set here is separate from your actual home location — Google won't share it with other apps or services unless you choose to.
This is different from your device's location services, which track where you physically are. Editing your home address in Google Maps only changes what the app suggests when you ask for directions.
Key Takeaways
- Your home address in Google Maps is a saved destination you choose, not your actual physical location.
- On Android, open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, then tap "Home" under "Your places" to add or change the address.
- On iPhone, tap the profile picture, scroll to "Your places," tap "Home," and search for the new address.
- On a computer, go to Google Maps, click your profile picture, select "Your places," then click "Home" to edit.
- You can delete your home address at any time by tapping or clicking the trash icon next to it.
How to change your home address on Android
Open the Google Maps app and look for your profile picture in the top right corner — it's usually a small circle with your initial or photo. Tap it once.
A menu will appear. Look for "Your places" and tap it. You'll see a list of saved locations. Find "Home" in that list and tap it. If you don't see "Home" yet, tap the plus sign or "Add" button to create one.
A search box will appear. Type the full address you want to set as home, or search for a landmark or street name. When you see the correct location on the map, tap it to confirm. Google Maps will save it when ready.
How to change your home address on iPhone
Open Google Maps and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. Scroll down until you see "Your places" and tap it.
You'll see a list of saved locations. Tap "Home." If you don't see it, tap the plus sign to add a new home address. A search box will open. Type the address or search for the location, then tap the result to confirm it.
If you already have a home address saved and want to change it, tap "Home," then tap the address itself to open the edit screen. Delete the old address and search for the new one the same way.
How to change your home address on a computer
Go to Google Maps in your web browser and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Click "Your places" from the menu that appears.
You'll see tabs at the top — click "Saved." Look for "Home" in the list of saved places. Click on it to open the details. You'll see an edit button (usually a pencil icon). Click it to change the address.
A search box will appear. Clear the old address and type the new one, then click the result to save it. The change takes effect when ready and will sync to your phone within a few minutes.
What to do if Google Maps won't let you save the address
Sometimes Google Maps can't find an address because it's too new, spelled differently than the map has it, or in a rural area with limited mapping data. Try searching for the nearest cross streets or a nearby landmark instead, then manually adjust the pin on the map to the exact spot.
If the address still won't save, try closing the app completely and opening it again. On a computer, clear your browser cache or try a different browser. If you're on a phone, make sure you're signed into your Google account — you can't save a home address without being logged in.
How to remove your home address from Google Maps
You can delete your home address at any time. On Android or iPhone, open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, go to "Your places," tap "Home," then look for a trash icon or delete button. Tap it and confirm the deletion.
On a computer, go to Google Maps, click your profile picture, click "Your places," find "Home" in the saved list, and click the trash icon next to it. Your home address will be removed when ready, and Google Maps will stop suggesting it as a destination.
How your home address syncs across devices
When you change your home address on one device, Google Maps updates it on all your other devices within a few minutes — as long as you're signed into the same Google account on each one. If you change your address on your phone, you don't need to do it again on your computer.
If you notice the address is different on different devices, sign out and back into your Google account on the device that's wrong. This forces it to sync with the version saved to your account.
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're signed into your account. Google doesn't share it with other apps, websites, or people unless you explicitly choose to share your location with someone through a separate feature.
What's the difference between my home address in Google Maps and my location?
Your home address is a saved destination you choose — it's just a label and a place on the map. Your location is where your phone actually is right now, determined by GPS or cell towers. They're completely separate. You can have a home address saved without location services turned on.
Can I set multiple home addresses?
Google Maps only lets you save one "Home" location. If you need to save multiple addresses, you can save them as regular favorites instead. Open Google Maps, search for an address, and tap the star icon to save it. You can name it whatever you want and access it from "Your places."
Why does Google Maps keep suggesting my old address?
Make sure you actually saved the new address — sometimes the change doesn't stick if you close the app before it finishes saving. Try deleting the old home address completely, close Google Maps, wait a few seconds, then reopen it and add the new address. If it still shows the old one, sign out of your Google account and sign back in.
Does changing my home address in Google Maps affect my Google account settings?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is separate from your account information. Changing it won't affect your billing address, shipping address, or any other Google services. It only changes what Google Maps suggests when you ask for directions.