Update Your Home Address on Google Maps in Three Steps
You can change your home address in Google Maps by opening the app, tapping your profile picture, selecting "Settings," then "Home," and entering your new address. The process takes about two minutes on a phone or computer. Google uses this address to show you commute times, nearby services, and directions home—so keeping it current makes the app more useful.
Your home address is stored only in your Google account, not shared publicly unless you choose to share it. Once you update it, the change appears across Google services like Google Assistant and Google Search, so you won't have to enter it separately elsewhere.
Key Takeaways
- Open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, and go to Settings to find the Home address field.
- You can set a home address on both the mobile app and the desktop website using the same steps.
- Your home address is private and visible only to you unless you share it with specific people.
- Google Maps uses your home address to calculate commute times and show nearby places, so updating it improves accuracy.
- If you delete your home address by mistake, you can add it back anytime using the same method.
Changing Your Home Address on the Mobile App
On an iPhone or Android phone, open Google Maps and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. A menu will appear with several options. Select "Settings" from this menu, then tap "Home" in the list that follows. You'll see a field with your current address (or an empty field if you haven't set one yet).
Tap the address field and type your new home address. Google Maps will show you suggestions as you type—select the correct one from the dropdown list. Once you've chosen the address, tap "Save" or confirm the entry. The app will return to the Settings screen, and your home address is now updated. You can verify the change by going back to the Home field and seeing the new address displayed.
Changing Your Home Address on Desktop
On a computer, go to Google Maps and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. On the left side of the screen, you'll see a menu with several options—click "Home" to open the home address section.
Click the address field and type your new address. Google Maps will suggest matching addresses as you type. Click the correct address from the suggestions. The page will automatically save your change, and you'll see the updated address displayed in the Home field. If you need to change it again later, you can follow the same steps anytime.
What Happens When You Update Your Home Address
Once you change your home address, Google Maps when ready starts using the new location for commute calculations, directions, and nearby place suggestions. If you ask Google Assistant "How long is my commute?" or search for nearby restaurants, the app will calculate distances from your new address. This makes navigation and location-based features more accurate for your current situation.
The address change also syncs across other Google services on your account. Google Search may use it to show you local results, and Google Assistant will reference it when you ask for directions home. Your address remains private—only you can see it unless you manually share it with someone else through a different feature.
Fixing Common Problems When Updating Your Address
If Google Maps doesn't recognize your new address, try typing it in a different format. For example, use the full street name instead of an abbreviation, or include the apartment or unit number if you're in a multi-unit building. If the address still doesn't appear in suggestions, you can type it manually and save it even if Google doesn't recognize it—the app will accept it.
If you accidentally deleted your home address and want to restore it, straightforward open Settings and Home again, then type the address back in. Google Maps doesn't keep a history of previous addresses, so you'll need to remember or look up the address yourself. If you're having trouble saving the address, try closing and reopening the app, or sign out and sign back into your Google account.
Using Multiple Addresses in Google Maps
Google Maps lets you save a "Home" address and a "Work" address. To add a work address, follow the same steps but select "Work" instead of "Home" in the Settings menu. You can update or delete either address anytime. Some users also save frequently visited locations like a gym or family member's house by starring them or adding them to a custom list, though these aren't the same as the dedicated Home and Work fields.
If you move between two homes regularly (for example, a primary residence and a vacation home), you can only have one address saved as "Home" at a time. You'll need to update it when you switch locations, or you can add your other address as a starred place or custom list for quick access without replacing your primary home address.
Privacy and Security of Your Home Address
Your home address in Google Maps is stored securely in your Google account and is not visible to other people by default. Google does not share it with third-party apps or websites unless you specifically grant permission. The address is used only within Google's own services to improve your experience with directions, commute times, and location-based suggestions.
If you're concerned about privacy, you can delete your home address anytime by going to Settings, tapping Home, and clearing the field. You can also review what information Google has about you by visiting your Google Account settings and checking the "Personal info" section. If you share your location with someone through Google Maps' location-sharing feature, that is a separate action from saving your home address—sharing location is optional and requires your explicit choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can other people see my home address in Google Maps?
No. Your home address is private and visible only to you. Other people cannot see it unless you share your location with them through a separate Google Maps feature, which you control manually.
What if I don't have a street address, like if I live in a rural area?
You can type any description or landmark into the home address field, even if it's not a formal street address. Google Maps will save whatever you enter, so you can use coordinates, a place name, or a description that makes sense to you.
Will changing my home address affect my Google account or other services?
Changing your home address in Google Maps updates it across Google services like Google Search and Google Assistant, but it does not change your account's billing address or other account settings. Those remain separate unless you update them individually in your Google Account settings.
Can I set a home address if I don't have a smartphone?
Yes. You can set your home address on any computer by visiting Google Maps in a web browser, clicking your profile picture, and following the same steps as the mobile app. You don't need a smartphone to use this feature.
What happens to my home address if I delete my Google account?
Your home address is deleted along with your Google account when you delete it. If you later create a new Google account, you'll need to set a new home address in Google Maps.