You can edit your home location on Google Maps by opening the app, finding your address, and selecting the edit option
Google Maps stores your home address so you can quickly get directions there or see how far away you are from home. If you move, change your address, or notice Google has marked the wrong location as your home, you can update it yourself in a few steps. The process works the same way on phones and computers, though the buttons look slightly different.
Your home address is private information that only you can see. Changing it does not publish anything publicly or notify anyone else — it only affects what appears when you open Google Maps on your own account.
Key Takeaways
- Open Google Maps, tap or click your profile picture in the top right corner, and select "Home" to edit your address.
- You can type a new address, search for a location on the map, or tap a spot directly on the map to set it as home.
- Google Maps saves your changes automatically once you confirm the location.
- If you do not see a "Home" option in your profile menu, you may need to update the Google Maps app or sign in to your Google account.
How to change your home address on a phone
Open the Google Maps app on your phone. Tap your profile picture or initial in the top right corner of the screen. A menu will appear with several options.
Tap "Home" from the menu. If you have already set a home address, you will see it displayed. Tap the pencil icon or the address itself to edit it. A search box will appear where you can type a new address or search for a location by name.
Type your new address and tap the result when it appears in the dropdown list. Google Maps will show you the location on the map. If the pin is in the right spot, tap "Save" or "Confirm" to finish. If the location is slightly off, you can drag the pin to the exact spot before saving.
How to change your home address on a computer
Go to Google Maps in your web browser. Click your profile picture in the top right corner. A dropdown menu will appear.
Click "Home" from the menu. If you have already set a home address, you will see it listed. Click the pencil icon next to it to edit. A search box will open where you can type a new address.
Type your new address and click the correct result from the dropdown list. Google Maps will center the map on that location. You can drag the pin if you need to adjust it slightly. Click "Save" when you are done.
Setting your home location by tapping or clicking the map
Instead of typing an address, you can set your home location by pointing to it directly on the map. Open Google Maps and find the area where you live by scrolling and zooming.
On a phone, press and hold the spot on the map where your home is. A pin will drop and a card will appear at the bottom showing the address. Tap "Save" or look for a menu option to set it as your home. On a computer, right-click the spot on the map and select "Set as home" if that option appears, or look for a similar menu choice.
This method is useful if you know exactly where your home is on the map but are not sure of the street address, or if the address search is not finding your location.
What to do if your home address will not save
If you try to save a home address and nothing happens, first check that you are signed into your Google account. Google Maps only saves your home location when you are logged in. Look at the top right corner — you should see your profile picture or initial, not a generic icon.
If you are signed in but the address still will not save, try closing the Google Maps app completely and opening it again. On a phone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen (or swipe down from the top on older Android phones) to close all open apps, then reopen Google Maps. On a computer, close the browser tab and open Google Maps in a new tab.
If the problem continues, make sure your Google Maps app is up to date. Open your phone's app store (Google Play Store on Android or App Store on iPhone), search for Google Maps, and tap "Update" if an update is available. Outdated versions sometimes have bugs that prevent saving.
How to remove your home address from Google Maps
If you want to delete your home address entirely, open Google Maps and tap or click your profile picture. Select "Home" from the menu. Tap or click the trash icon or delete button next to your address. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
After you delete your home address, the "Home" option will no longer appear in your profile menu until you set a new one. This does not affect any other information in your Google account.
Why Google Maps asks for your home address
Google Maps uses your home address to show you directions home quickly, estimate travel time from your current location, and personalize recommendations based on where you live. None of this information is shared publicly or with other Google services unless you choose to share it.
You are never required to set a home address in Google Maps. If you prefer not to store this information, you can simply skip setting it and use the search function to find directions whenever you need them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can other people see my home address on Google Maps?
No. Your home address is private and only visible to you when you are signed into your own Google account. It does not appear on your public Google profile or anywhere else that other people can see.
What if Google Maps has the wrong address marked as my home?
Follow the same steps to edit your home address. Open your profile menu, tap or click "Home", and either type the correct address or drag the pin to the right location on the map. Save the changes and Google Maps will update it.
Can I set multiple home addresses on Google Maps?
Google Maps only allows one home address at a time. If you need directions to a place you visit often, you can save it as a favorite or a labeled location instead. Tap or click a location on the map, then look for a "Save" or "Star" option to add it to your saved places.
Does changing my home address on Google Maps affect my Google account settings?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is separate from your account address or any other Google services. Changing it only affects what you see in the Google Maps app on your own device.
Why does Google Maps keep asking me to confirm my home address?
Google sometimes asks you to verify your home address for security reasons, especially if you have not used the app in a while or are signing in from a new device. Simply confirm the address shown or update it if it has changed.