Why your home address matters on Google Maps
Google Maps uses your home address to give you directions, estimate travel times, and show you nearby services. If your address is wrong, you'll get directions that start from the wrong place, and Google will send delivery drivers and service people to the wrong house. Changing it takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you use Google Maps on your phone or computer.
Your home address on Google Maps is separate from your Google account address. Changing one does not change the other. This guide covers updating the location that Google Maps uses when you tap "Home" or ask for directions.
Key Takeaways
- You can set your home address in Google Maps by opening the app, tapping your profile picture, and selecting "Home" under "Your places".
- On a computer, go to Google Maps, click the menu icon, find "Your places," and add or edit your home address there.
- Google Maps will ask you to confirm the address by showing you the location on the map — make sure the pin is on your actual house, not nearby.
- If you do not see a "Home" option, you may need to add it as a new saved place instead of editing an existing one.
- Changes take effect immediately, but Google may take a few hours to update the address across all its services.
Updating your home address on the Google Maps app
Open Google Maps on your phone and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. This opens a menu with several options. Look for "Your places" and tap it.
In Your places, you will see a tab called "Saved" at the top. Tap it if it is not already selected. You should see a section labeled "Home" with your current address underneath. If you see a home icon with an address, tap on it to edit. If you do not see a "Home" section at all, scroll down and look for a button that says "Add home" or a plus icon — tap that instead.
When you tap your home address, a screen will open showing the location on a map. You can either type a new address in the search box at the top, or drag the pin on the map to the correct location. If you type a new address, Google will show you suggestions — tap the one that matches your actual home. Once the pin is in the right place, tap "Save" or "Done" at the bottom of the screen.
Updating your home address on a computer
Go to Google Maps in your web browser and click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner. Scroll down and click "Your places." This opens a page showing your saved locations.
Click the "Saved" tab at the top if it is not already selected. You should see "Home" listed with your current address. Click on it to open the details. You will see an edit button (usually a pencil icon) — click it to change the address.
A search box will appear at the top of the map. Type your new address and press Enter. Google will show you suggestions — click the one that matches your home. Drag the pin on the map if you need to adjust it to the exact spot. Once the pin is in the right place, click "Save" at the bottom.
Making sure the address is in the right place
After you enter your address, Google Maps will show you a map with a pin marking the location. This is the most important step — take a moment to look at the map and confirm the pin is actually on your house, not on a nearby building or street. Zoom in if you need to see the details more clearly.
If the pin is on the wrong spot, drag it to your actual home. Sometimes Google's address database puts a pin in the middle of the street or on a neighboring property. You can move it by clicking and dragging the pin to the correct location. Once it looks right, save the change.
What to do if you cannot find the Home option
If you do not see a "Home" section in Your places, Google Maps may not have created one yet. Instead of editing, you will need to add it as a new saved place. On your phone, tap the menu icon and select "Your places," then tap "Saved." Look for a button that says "Add" or a plus icon and tap it.
Type your address in the search box and select it from the suggestions. Once the location appears on the map, tap the location name at the bottom of the screen. A card will pop up — tap the three dots menu and select "Label as" or "Save." Choose "Home" from the list of labels. This creates a home address entry that you can use the same way as an existing one.
How long changes take to show up
Your home address in Google Maps updates immediately after you save it. The next time you open Google Maps and tap "Home," you will see the new address. However, Google's other services — like Google Search, Gmail, and Google Assistant — may take a few hours to update with your new address.
If you use Google Assistant to ask for directions home, it may still use the old address for a few hours after you change it in Maps. If this happens, wait a few hours and try again. If the old address persists after a full day, you can manually update your address in your Google Account settings, which is separate from Google Maps.
Fixing a home address that keeps reverting
Occasionally, Google Maps will revert your home address to an old one, especially if you recently moved. This usually happens because Google's location services are pulling from multiple sources. To fix this, make sure you are signed into the same Google Account on your phone or computer that you use for Google Maps.
If the address keeps changing back, go to your Google Account settings (myaccount.google.com) and check the address listed there under "Personal info." If that address is different from your home address in Maps, update it in your Account settings first. Then go back to Google Maps and update the home address again. This usually prevents the reverting problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will changing my home address on Google Maps change my address everywhere else?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is separate from your Google Account address, your Gmail address, and your address in Google Search. Changing it in Maps does not affect those other places. If you want to update your address across Google services, you need to change it in your Google Account settings separately.
Can I have more than one home address saved?
Google Maps only lets you save one "Home" location. However, you can save other addresses as favorites or custom labels. In Your places, you can add as many saved locations as you want and label them however you like — for example, "Work," "Mom's house," or "Summer place."
What if my address does not appear when I search for it?
New addresses sometimes take time to appear in Google's database, especially in rural areas or newly developed neighborhoods. Try typing your street address and house number, then manually drag the pin to your actual location on the map. Google will save the pin location even if the address text does not match exactly.
Does Google Maps share my home address with other apps?
Google Maps does not automatically share your home address with other apps. However, if you give another app permission to access your location, it may be able to see your home address. Check your phone's privacy settings under location permissions to see which apps have access to your location data.
Can I delete my home address from Google Maps?
Yes. Open Your places, tap or click on your home address, and look for a delete or remove option (usually a trash icon or "Remove" button). This removes the address from Google Maps but does not affect your address in other Google services.