How to change your home address in Google Maps
You can update your home address in Google Maps through your Google Account settings. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way on phone, tablet, or computer. Google uses this address for directions, local search results, and emergency services, so keeping it current matters if you move or need accurate location data.
The address you set in Google Maps is separate from your Google Account address — changing one does not change the other. If you want to update both, you will need to do them in different places. Your Google Account address lives in your personal information settings, while your Google Maps home location is a navigation feature.
Key Takeaways
- Your Google Maps home address is a navigation shortcut, not your official account address, and you change it through the Maps app or website.
- On a phone or tablet, open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, select "Settings," then "Home" to enter or edit your address.
- On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right, choose "Settings," then find "Home" in the left menu to add or change the address.
- Google Maps will suggest addresses as you type, but you can also click the map to pin your exact location if the suggestion is not quite right.
- If you want to change your official Google Account address for billing or recovery purposes, that is a separate step in your Account settings.
Changing your home address on a phone or tablet
Open the Google Maps app and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. A menu will appear with several options. Select "Settings" from this menu.
In Settings, look for "Home" near the top of the list. Tap it to open the home address field. If you have already set a home address, you will see it displayed here. Tap the address or the pencil icon next to it to edit.
Type your new address in the search box. Google Maps will show suggestions as you type. Tap the correct address from the list. If your address does not appear in the suggestions, you can tap directly on the map to place a pin at your exact location, then confirm it.
Once you have selected or pinned your address, tap "Save" or the checkmark button. The address is now set as your home location in Google Maps.
Changing your home address on a computer
Go to Google Maps in your web browser and click your profile picture in the top right corner. A dropdown menu will appear. Click "Settings."
On the left side of the Settings page, you will see a menu with several options. Click "Home" to open the home address section. If you have not set a home address yet, you will see an empty field. If you have one saved, it will display there.
Click in the address field and type your new address. Google Maps will show matching addresses as you type. Click the correct one from the dropdown list. If you need to place your address at a specific spot on the map, click directly on the map to pin that location.
Click "Save" when you are done. Your home address is now updated in Google Maps.
What to do if your address does not appear in suggestions
Google Maps pulls suggestions from its database of known addresses. If your address is very new, recently changed, or in a rural area, it might not show up in the dropdown list. This does not mean you cannot set it — you have another option.
Instead of selecting from suggestions, click or tap directly on the map at the location where you live. A pin will appear on the map. Confirm that the pin is in the right spot, then save it. Google Maps will accept the pinned location as your home address even if the exact address text does not appear in suggestions.
You can also try typing just your street name and house number without the city or state, or search for a nearby landmark and then adjust the pin. Some users find that waiting a few weeks for Google's database to update helps, but pinning the location on the map works immediately.
The difference between your Google Maps home address and your Google Account address
Your Google Maps home address is a navigation feature — it is a shortcut that appears when you ask for directions or search for nearby places. Your Google Account address is different. It is your official address on file with Google and is used for billing, password recovery, and account security.
Changing your home address in Google Maps does not change your Google Account address, and vice versa. If you move and want both updated, you need to change them separately. To update your Google Account address, go to myaccount.google.com, click "Personal info" on the left, then click "Address" and enter your new address there.
Why Google Maps uses your home address
Google Maps uses your home address for several reasons. When you ask for directions, the app assumes you are starting from home unless you specify otherwise. When you search for nearby restaurants, gas stations, or other services, Google uses your home location to show results closest to you.
Emergency services can also use location data from your phone to find you faster in a crisis. Having an accurate home address in Google Maps helps ensure that emergency responders can locate you if you call 911 and cannot speak clearly or if your phone's GPS signal is weak.
You can also use your home address as a reference point for other features. For example, you can set a "work" location in Google Maps the same way you set your home address, and the app will show you commute times between the two.
Removing or clearing your home address
If you want to remove your home address from Google Maps entirely, the process is simple. Open Google Maps, go to Settings, and click or tap "Home." Instead of entering a new address, click the trash icon or delete button next to your current address. Confirm the deletion.
Once you remove your home address, Google Maps will no longer use it as a default starting point for directions. You will need to enter a starting location manually each time you ask for directions. You can always add a home address back later by following the same steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does changing my home address in Google Maps change my address everywhere on Google?
No. Your Google Maps home address only affects navigation and location features in the Maps app. It does not change your Google Account address, which is used for billing and account recovery. Those are two separate settings that you control independently.
Can I set multiple home addresses in Google Maps?
Google Maps allows you to set one home address and one work address. If you need to save more locations, you can create custom labels by saving places to a list. Open a location, tap "Save," and choose which list to add it to.
Will my home address be visible to other people?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is private to your account. Other people cannot see it unless you share your location with them through a separate Google feature like Google Maps location sharing.
What if I set my home address wrong by accident?
You can change it anytime by going back to Settings and Home in Google Maps, then entering the correct address. There is no limit to how many times you can update it. Just follow the same steps you used to set it the first time.
Does Google Maps need my home address to work?
No. Google Maps works without a home address set. You can still search for places, get directions, and use all other features. A home address just makes it faster to get directions because the app assumes you are starting from home.