Change your home address in Google Maps settings
To change your home location on Google Maps, open the app or website, tap or click your profile picture in the top right corner, select Settings, then choose Home or Work under the "Your places" section. Delete the old address and type in the new one. Google Maps will save it immediately, and the new address will appear the next time you search for directions.
On a computer, you can also click the home icon in the search bar directly — it shows your saved home address and lets you edit it on the spot. On a phone, the home icon appears at the bottom of the directions screen once you've set an address.
If you don't see a home address option in your settings, your account may not have one saved yet. You can create one by following the same steps: go to Settings, find "Your places," and add a new home address from there.
Key Takeaways
- Your home address is stored in Google Maps settings under "Your places," not in your Google Account settings.
- You can set a home address and a work address separately, and both appear as quick shortcuts in the app.
- Changes take effect immediately and sync across all devices where you're signed into Google Maps.
- If you delete your home address, the shortcut disappears from the search bar and directions screen until you add a new one.
Where to find your saved home address
Your home address lives in Google Maps itself, not in your main Google Account. This means you can have different home addresses on different devices if you need to — for example, a summer home on one phone and a winter home on another.
To see what address is currently saved, open Google Maps and look for the home icon in the search bar (on mobile) or in the left sidebar (on desktop). Tap or click it to see the full address. If nothing appears, no home address has been set yet.
You can also find it by going to Settings > Your places > Home. This is the same place where you edit or delete it.
How to update your address on mobile
On an iPhone or Android phone, tap your profile picture at the top right of Google Maps. Scroll down and tap Settings. Under "Your places," tap Home. You'll see the current address (if one exists) with an option to edit or delete it.
Tap the address field and type the new address. As you type, Google Maps will show suggestions — tap the one you want. If the exact address doesn't appear, you can tap the map to pinpoint the location manually. Once you've selected it, tap Save or confirm the change.
The new address will appear in your home icon shortcut within seconds. If you're signed into Google Maps on multiple phones, the change will sync to those devices too, though it may take a few minutes.
How to update your address on a computer
On a desktop or laptop, go to maps.google.com and sign in. Click your profile picture in the top right corner and select Settings. In the left menu, click Your places, then click Home.
You'll see the saved address with an edit button (usually a pencil icon). Click it, delete the old address, and type the new one. Google Maps will show suggestions as you type. Select the correct address from the list, then click Save.
If you want to change your address without going into Settings, you can also click the home icon that appears in the search bar at the top of the page. This opens a quick menu where you can edit the address directly.
What happens when you change your home address
When you update your home address, Google Maps uses it as a starting point for directions. The next time you search for directions, the app will assume you're leaving from your new home address unless you specify a different location.
The address also appears in your location history and timeline if you have those features turned on. Changing your home address does not delete your past location history — it only updates where Google Maps thinks you live going forward.
If you share your location with family members through Google Maps, they will see your updated home address. If you don't want them to see it, you'll need to adjust your sharing settings separately.
Deleting your home address
To remove your home address entirely, go to Settings > Your places > Home and tap or click the delete button (usually a trash icon). Confirm the deletion. The home icon will disappear from your search bar and directions screen.
You can add a new home address at any time by following the same steps. Deleting it does not affect your location history or any other Google services — it only removes the shortcut from Google Maps.
Troubleshooting common problems
If your home address won't save, make sure you're signed into Google Maps and that you have an active internet connection. Try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. If the problem continues, sign out of your Google account, sign back in, and try again.
If your address appears on one device but not another, check that you're signed into the same Google account on both. Google Maps syncs your home address across devices, but only if you're using the same account. If you're using different accounts, each one can have its own home address.
If the home icon doesn't appear in your search bar after you've saved an address, try clearing the app cache (on mobile) or clearing your browser cache (on desktop). This forces Google Maps to reload your settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have more than one home address saved?
Google Maps lets you save one home address and one work address. If you need to save additional locations, you can add them to a custom list instead. Go to Settings > Your places > Saved places and create a new list with as many addresses as you need.
Will changing my home address affect my Google Account?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is separate from your Google Account address. Changing it in Maps does not change your billing address, shipping address, or any other account information.
What if I move frequently and don't want to keep updating my address?
You can simply not save a home address at all. When you search for directions, you can type in any starting location each time. This gives you more flexibility if you move often or travel regularly.
Does Google Maps share my home address with other apps?
Your Google Maps home address is not automatically shared with other apps. However, some Google services (like Google Assistant) can access it if you've given them permission. Check your Google Account privacy settings to see which apps have access to your location data.