The fastest way to update your home address

Open Google Maps on your phone or computer and tap or click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner. Select "Your places," then tap the "Saved" tab. Find "Home" in your list of saved locations — if you do not see it, you may need to add it first. Tap or click the three dots next to "Home" and select "Edit." Change the address in the text field, then tap or click "Save."

On a computer, you can also go directly to myaccount.google.com, select "Personal info" from the left menu, scroll to "Home" under "Locations," and click the pencil icon to edit. Type the new address and click "Save."

The change takes effect when ready in Google Maps. Any other Google services linked to your account — like Google Assistant, Google Home devices, or location-based reminders — will also use the updated address.

Key Takeaways

  • You can edit your home address through the "Your places" section in Google Maps or through your Google Account settings.
  • The address updates when ready across Google Maps and other Google services that use your location data.
  • If you have never saved a home address, you will need to add it first before you can edit it.
  • On a phone, use the three-dot menu next to "Home" in your saved places; on a computer, use the pencil icon next to the address.

Adding a home address if you do not have one saved

If "Home" does not appear in your saved places, you need to add it first. Open Google Maps and search for your address in the search bar. When the location appears on the map, tap or click it to open the location card. Tap or click the heart icon or the three dots and select "Save." A menu will appear asking where to save it — select "Home" from the dropdown list.

Once saved, you can edit it using the steps above. If you want to change it to a different address later, follow the edit process rather than deleting and re-adding it, since Google Maps will remember your choice to save it as "Home."

Why Google Maps needs your home address

Google uses your saved home address to give you faster directions, estimate commute times, and show relevant local information like nearby restaurants or services. If you use Google Assistant or a Google Home device, the address helps those services understand your location for reminders, weather reports, and other location-based features.

Your home address is stored in your Google Account, not on your device. This means the address syncs across all your devices — phone, tablet, and computer — so you only have to update it once.

Updating your address on different devices

On an Android phone, open Google Maps, tap the menu icon, select "Your places," find "Home," tap the three dots, and select "Edit." Type the new address and tap "Save."

On an iPhone or iPad, the process is the same: open Google Maps, tap the menu, go to "Your places," tap "Home," tap the three dots, select "Edit," and save your changes.

On a computer, you can use either Google Maps or your Google Account settings. Both methods sync to your phone automatically, so you do not need to update the address on each device separately.

What happens to your old address after you change it

When you edit your home address, Google Maps replaces the old one entirely. The previous address is not saved in your history or anywhere else — it is straightforward overwritten. If you need to keep track of multiple addresses (like a summer home or a second residence), you can save them as separate locations with custom names like "Summer House" or "Cabin."

To save a second address, search for it in Google Maps, tap the location, and save it with a custom label instead of selecting "Home." You can then edit or delete any of these saved locations independently.

Troubleshooting address changes that do not stick

If you update your home address but it reverts to the old one, try signing out of your Google Account and signing back in. This refreshes your account data across Google services. If the problem continues, clear your Google Maps cache: on Android, go to Settings > Apps > Google Maps > Storage > Clear Cache. On iPhone, delete and reinstall the Google Maps app.

If you are using a work or school Google Account, your administrator may have restricted the ability to change certain account information. Contact your IT department or account administrator to confirm whether you have permission to edit your home address.

Using your home address with other Google services

Once you save a home address in Google Maps, Google Assistant can use it to set location-based reminders ("Remind me to buy milk when I leave home") and to calculate commute times. Google Home devices use it to show you weather for your location and to control smart home devices based on whether you are home or away.

Your saved address also helps Google Search show you more relevant local results and helps Gmail understand your timezone for scheduling. You can control which Google services have access to your location through your Google Account privacy settings at myaccount.google.com/permissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have more than one home address saved in Google Maps?

Google Maps only allows one address labeled "Home," but you can save as many other addresses as you want with custom names. Search for each address, tap it, and save it with a label like "Work," "Gym," or "Parents' House." You can edit or delete any of these saved locations without affecting the others.

Will changing my home address affect my Google Account location settings?

Yes. Your home address in Google Maps is linked to your Google Account location data. Changing it updates the address across Google services like Gmail, Google Assistant, and Google Home. If you want to keep your account location separate from your Maps home address, you can adjust privacy settings in your Google Account, though most people find it simpler to keep them the same.

What if I moved and my old address still shows up in Google Maps?

Make sure you are editing the "Home" location in your saved places, not just searching for your old address. Open "Your places," find "Home," and edit it directly. If the old address keeps appearing in search suggestions, it may be in your search history rather than your saved places — you can delete individual searches from your history by tapping and holding them.

Can I change my home address on Google Maps without a Google Account?

No. Saving and editing locations in Google Maps requires a Google Account. If you do not have one, you can create one for free at accounts.google.com. Once you sign in, you can save and edit your home address.

Does changing my home address in Google Maps change my address on my Google Account profile?

No. Your home address in Google Maps is separate from the address on your Google Account profile (which you can edit at myaccount.google.com/personal-info). Changing one does not change the other. If you want both to match, you will need to update them separately.