Change your address directly in Google Maps on your phone or computer

You can update a business address, your home location, or any place you've saved on Google Maps in a few steps. The process differs slightly depending on whether you own the business listing or just want to update your own saved location.

If you're the owner of a business listed on Google Maps, you'll use Google Business Profile to make the change. If you've saved a location under a custom name (like "Mom's House" or "Weekend Cabin"), you can edit it directly in the Maps app. Both routes take less than five minutes.

Key Takeaways

  • Business owners update addresses through Google Business Profile, which requires you to verify ownership of the listing before changes go live.
  • Personal saved locations can be edited by opening the place, tapping the pencil icon, and updating the address field directly in the Maps app.
  • Address changes on Google Maps can take a few hours to a few days to appear across Google Search and other Google services.
  • If you don't own the business listing but see an incorrect address, you can report it as wrong and Google will review your correction.

How to change a saved location on your phone or computer

Open Google Maps and find the location you want to edit. Tap or click on the place name at the bottom of the screen to open its full details card. Look for the pencil icon (edit button) near the top of the card and tap or click it.

A form will open showing the current address. Tap or click the address field and type the new address. Google Maps will suggest matching addresses as you type—select the correct one from the list. Once you've entered the new address, tap or click "Save" at the bottom of the form. The change takes effect when ready in your Maps app.

This method works for any location you've saved with a custom name. It does not change the official Google Maps listing for a business or public place—it only updates your personal version of that location.

How to change a business address through Google Business Profile

If you own or manage a business listed on Google Maps, you'll need to update the address through Google Business Profile, not through the Maps app itself. Go to google.com/business and sign in with the Google account linked to your business.

Click on the business name from your list of locations. On the left side menu, click "Info." Find the address field and click on it to edit. Type the new address and select the correct match from Google's suggestions. Click "Save" when you're done.

Google will send a verification code to the new address by mail or, in some cases, by phone. You must verify the new address before it appears on Google Maps and in Google Search results. Verification typically takes one to two weeks, though you can sometimes verify by phone when ready if that option is offered.

What happens after you change the address

For personal saved locations, the change is when ready—you'll see the new address the next time you open that saved place in Maps. For business listings, the address change appears in Google Search results and on Google Maps once you've verified it, which can take a few hours to a few days after verification is complete.

During the verification period, the old address may still appear in some places. This is normal. Once verification is confirmed, Google updates all its services—Maps, Search, and third-party apps that pull from Google's data—over the following days.

If you see an incorrect address and don't own the listing

You can report an incorrect address even if you don't own the business. Open the place in Google Maps, tap the three-dot menu icon, and select "Suggest an edit." Choose "Address" from the options and enter the correct address. Add a note explaining why the current address is wrong (for example, "Business moved to Main Street in 2023").

Google reviews these reports and may contact the business owner to confirm the change. If multiple people report the same incorrect address, Google is more likely to update it quickly. You'll receive a notification if your suggestion is accepted.

Troubleshooting: address won't change or keeps reverting

If your address change isn't saving, make sure you're signed into the correct Google account. For business listings, you must be signed into the account that owns or has manager access to the Google Business Profile. If you're editing a personal saved location and the change won't stick, try clearing your Maps app cache: go to your phone's Settings, find Google Maps, tap "Storage," and select "Clear Cache."

If a business address keeps reverting to an old one, someone else with access to the listing may be changing it back. Check who has access to your Google Business Profile by going to "Users" in the left menu and reviewing the list. If you see unauthorized users, remove them. If the address was recently changed by Google due to a user report, you can dispute it by providing documentation (like a lease or utility bill) that proves the correct address.

Moving a business to a new location

If your business is relocating, update the address as described above, but also consider whether you need a new Google Business Profile listing. If you're moving within the same city and keeping the same phone number and website, updating the address in your existing listing is usually the right choice. If you're moving to a different city or state, you may want to create a separate listing for the new location while keeping the old one (marked as permanently closed) for a few months so customers can see where you moved.

After you update the address, make sure your website, social media, and other online directories also show the new address. Google uses information from multiple sources to verify business details, so consistency across the web helps your new address appear faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for a Google Maps address change to show up everywhere?

Personal saved locations update when ready in your Maps app. Business addresses can take a few hours to a few days to appear in Google Search and Maps after you verify the change. Third-party apps and websites that pull data from Google may take longer—sometimes up to a week.

Can I change a business address if I'm not the owner?

You cannot directly change a business listing you don't own, but you can report the address as incorrect through the "Suggest an edit" option. Google will review your report and may contact the business owner to confirm. If the address is genuinely wrong, Google will update it.

What if I moved and want to update my home location on Google Maps?

Open Google Maps, search for your new address, and save it with a custom name like "Home." You can then delete the old saved location. This updates only your personal Maps—it doesn't change anything visible to other people.

Do I need to verify my new address by mail, or can I do it online?

Google Business Profile typically sends a verification code by mail to the new address, which takes one to two weeks. Some businesses are offered phone verification as an option, which is when ready. You cannot verify online by entering a code yourself—you must receive the code from Google first.

What documents do I need to change a business address on Google Maps?

You don't need documents to change the address in Google Business Profile, but you will need to verify it. Google may ask for proof of the new address during or after verification—a lease, utility bill, or business license showing the new location works.