You can change your home address in Google Maps through your account settings in about two minutes
Google Maps stores a home address so you can quickly get directions there or see how far away you are. If you move, change where you consider home, or want to remove it entirely, you can update or delete it from your Google account. The process is the same whether you use Google Maps on your phone, tablet, or computer.
Your home address is tied to your Google account, not to a specific device. That means if you change it on your phone, it changes everywhere you're signed in. You don't need to update it separately on each device.
Key Takeaways
- Your home address in Google Maps is stored in your Google account settings, not in the app itself, so changes sync across all your devices.
- On a phone or tablet, open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, go to Settings, then Home, and enter or update your address.
- On a computer, visit maps.google.com, click your profile picture, select Settings, then Home, and type in your new address.
- You can delete your home address at any time by opening the saved location and selecting the delete or trash icon.
- Google Maps will not use your home address for anything beyond directions and distance calculations unless you choose to share your location with specific people.
How to change your home address on a phone or tablet
Open the Google Maps app and tap your profile picture in the top right corner. This opens a menu with several options. Tap Settings.
In Settings, look for Home in the list. If you already have a home address saved, it will show there. Tap on it to edit. If you don't see Home listed, scroll down — it may be further down the page. Tap Add home if no address is saved yet.
A search box will appear. Type your new address and tap it when it shows up in the suggestions. Google Maps will confirm the address and save it. You're done — the change takes effect immediately.
How to change your home address on a computer
Go to maps.google.com in your web browser. Click your profile picture in the top right corner and select Settings from the dropdown menu.
On the left side of the Settings page, you'll see a menu. Click Home. If you already have an address saved, it will display with an option to edit. Click the pencil icon or the address itself to change it. If no address is saved, click Add home.
Type your new address in the search box. When it appears in the suggestions, click it to select it. Google Maps will save the change right away.
What happens if you want to remove your home address entirely
You can delete your home address without replacing it. On a phone or tablet, open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, go to Settings, and tap Home. Look for a trash icon or delete option and tap it. On a computer, go to maps.google.com, click your profile picture, select Settings, click Home, and look for a trash or delete icon next to your address.
Removing your home address doesn't affect anything else in your Google account. You can add it back anytime by following the same steps and choosing Add home.
Why Google Maps stores your home address and how it's used
Google Maps keeps your home address so you can quickly ask for directions there without typing it in every time. It also calculates how far away you are from home when you're using the app. This is purely for your convenience — the address is stored in your account settings.
Google does not share your home address with other apps, websites, or people unless you specifically choose to. If you use Google Maps' location sharing feature to let someone track your location in real time, they see your current location, not your saved home address. Your home address stays private to your Google account unless you manually share it with someone.
Troubleshooting if your home address won't save or update
If you type an address and it doesn't appear in the suggestions, try being more specific. Instead of just "123 Main Street," try "123 Main Street, City, State, ZIP code." Google Maps needs enough information to pinpoint the exact location.
If the address still won't save, make sure you're signed into your Google account. On a phone, check that you're logged into the same Google account in the Google Maps app as you are in your phone's settings. On a computer, look for your profile picture in the top right corner — if you don't see one, you're not signed in. Sign in and try again.
If you're still having trouble, try clearing the Google Maps app cache on your phone (go to Settings, Apps, Google Maps, Storage, Clear Cache) or try using a different web browser on your computer. These steps often fix saving issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will changing my home address in Google Maps affect my Google account location settings?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is separate from your device's location settings. Changing it in Maps does not change where Google thinks you are or affect location services on your phone. It only changes the address Google Maps uses for directions and distance calculations.
Can other people see my home address if I share my Google Maps location with them?
No. When you share your real-time location with someone through Google Maps, they see where you are right now, not your saved home address. Your home address stays private in your account settings. You would have to tell them your address separately for them to know it.
What if I have multiple homes or want to save more than one address?
Google Maps only lets you save one home address in your account. If you need to save multiple addresses, you can use the Saved places feature instead. Tap your profile picture, go to Settings, and look for Saved places. You can create custom lists and save as many addresses as you want there.
Do I need to update my home address if I'm just traveling temporarily?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is meant to be permanent. If you're traveling, you don't need to change it. Google Maps will still calculate distances from your actual home address, which is useful for seeing how far away you are. You can always search for directions to any address without changing your saved home.
Can I change my home address on one device without it changing on my other devices?
No. Because your home address is stored in your Google account, not on individual devices, any change you make syncs across all devices where you're signed in with that account. This happens automatically within a few minutes.