Where to find and update your home address in iPhone settings
Your iPhone stores a home location in the Maps app and uses it for directions, Siri requests, and travel time estimates. To change it, open the Maps app, tap your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Edit Home." Tap the address field, delete the old address, type your new one, and tap "Save." The change takes effect when ready.
If you do not see a home location saved yet, you can add one the same way: open Maps, tap your profile icon, select "Edit Home," enter your address, and save. Your iPhone will then use this location whenever you ask Siri for directions home or check travel time to your house.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Maps app and tap your profile icon in the top right to access your saved locations.
- Select "Edit Home" to change or add your home address, then type the new address and tap "Save."
- Your home location is used by Maps, Siri, and the Clock app for commute time estimates.
- Changes save when ready and do not require restarting your phone or signing out of your Apple account.
Using Siri to set or change your home address
You can also set your home location by speaking to Siri. Say "Hey Siri, set my home address to [your address]" and Siri will confirm the location and save it. This method is faster if you are already using your phone hands-free or do not want to navigate the Maps menu.
If Siri misunderstands your address, you can correct it by saying "No, that is not right" and repeating the address more slowly. Once Siri confirms the correct location, it saves automatically. You can change your home address this way as many times as you need.
Where your home location appears on your iPhone
Once you set a home address, it shows up in several places. The Maps app displays it in your Favorites section, making it a one-tap destination. Siri uses it when you say things like "How long until I get home?" or "Directions to home." The Clock app also references your home location to show commute time on your lock screen or home screen widgets.
Your home address does not appear in your contacts or anywhere else on your phone unless you manually add it there. Setting a home location in Maps is separate from storing your address in the Contacts app, though you can do both if you want.
Changing your home location if you move
When you move to a new house, follow the same steps: open Maps, tap your profile icon, select "Edit Home," clear the old address, type the new one, and save. You do not need to delete the old location first—typing a new address automatically replaces it.
If you travel frequently or split time between two homes, you can add a second location by creating a contact for your other address and saving it in your Favorites in Maps. This way you can quickly navigate to either place without changing your primary home location each time.
Troubleshooting if your home location will not save
If you enter an address and it does not save, check that you have an internet connection—Maps needs it to verify and store addresses. Try closing the Maps app completely and reopening it, then attempt to save the address again. If the address is very new or in a remote area, Maps may not recognize it; try entering it in a slightly different format or using the street number and name without the city.
If the problem continues, restart your iPhone by turning it off and back on. This clears temporary glitches that sometimes prevent Maps from saving data. After restarting, open Maps and try saving your home address once more. If you still cannot save it, the address may not be in Apple's Maps database yet, and you may need to wait a few days or use a nearby landmark as a temporary home location.
Privacy and who can see your home location
Your home address in Maps is stored only on your iPhone and is not shared with Apple, Siri, or anyone else unless you explicitly share it. If you use Find My Friends or Family Sharing, your family members can see your location in real time, but they see your current position, not your saved home address. You control what location data is shared through Settings > Privacy > Location Services.
If you sell your iPhone or give it to someone else, your home address remains on the device until you erase it. Before selling or transferring your phone, go to Maps, tap your profile icon, select "Edit Home," and delete the address. You can also erase all data by going to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have more than one home location on my iPhone?
Maps only lets you save one primary home location. To save a second address, create a contact for it and add that contact to your Favorites in Maps. You can then tap either your home location or the contact to get directions.
Does changing my home location affect my Apple ID or iCloud account?
No. Your home location in Maps is stored only on your iPhone and does not sync to iCloud or change your Apple ID settings. If you sign into Maps on a different iPhone, you will need to set a home location on that device separately.
What happens if I delete my home location?
If you delete your home location, Siri will no longer understand requests like "Directions home," and your commute time will not appear on your lock screen. You can add it back anytime by opening Maps and following the same steps to set a new home address.
Can I set my home location to a place that is not my actual address?
Yes. You can set your home location to any address you want—a workplace, a gym, or anywhere else. Maps does not verify that the address is actually your home, so you can use this feature for any location you visit regularly.
Will my home location change if I move to a different country?
No. Your home location stays the same until you manually change it. If you move internationally, open Maps and update your home address to your new location using the same steps as before.