You can change your home address on Google Maps through your Google Account settings, and the process takes about five minutes
Google Maps stores your home address in your Google Account, not in the Maps app itself. When you change it, the address updates across Google services — Maps, Google Search, and Google Assistant all pull from the same location. You do this through your Account settings, not through the Maps app, which is why many people search for the option in the wrong place.
The address you set becomes your "home" label on the map. When you ask Google Assistant for directions, it assumes you're starting from this address. Google Search uses it to show you local results tailored to your area. If you've never set a home address, Google may have guessed one based on your location history or WiFi network — which is worth checking and correcting if it's wrong.
Key Takeaways
- Your home address lives in your Google Account settings, not in the Maps app, so you need to go to myaccount.google.com to change it.
- The address you set appears as your "home" location in Google Maps and affects directions, local search results, and Google Assistant responses.
- You can set a home address even if you don't own the property — renters, people in temporary housing, and those with multiple residences can all update it.
- Changing your address does not delete your location history or past searches; it only updates where Google considers your primary location to be going forward.
How to change your address through Google Account settings
Go to myaccount.google.com in your web browser on any device. Sign in with the Google Account you use for Maps. On the left side, click Personal info. You'll see a section labeled Home with an address field below it (it may show an address Google guessed, or it may be blank).
Click the address field or the pencil icon next to it. A text box will open where you can type or paste your address. Enter your street address, city, and state or postal code — you don't need to include your apartment number if you don't want to. As you type, Google will suggest matching addresses; click the one that matches yours. Click Save when you're done.
The change takes effect immediately. If you open Google Maps on your phone or computer, you should see your home address labeled on the map within a few seconds. If it doesn't appear right away, refresh the page or close and reopen the Maps app.
Changing your address on the Google Maps app itself
You cannot edit your home address directly in the Google Maps app on your phone — the app doesn't have that option. However, you can see and tap your home address once you've set it in your Account settings. Open Google Maps, and you should see a "Home" button at the bottom of the screen (on Android) or in the search bar (on iPhone). Tapping it will show your saved address and give you directions to it.
If you want to change the address, you must go back to myaccount.google.com through your phone's web browser and follow the steps above. Some people find it easier to do this on a computer, but the mobile browser method works just as well.
What happens if Google Maps has guessed your address wrong
Google sometimes assigns a home address based on where your phone spends the most time at night, your WiFi network location, or previous addresses you've entered. If you see an address in your Account settings that isn't yours, you should change it — especially if it's a neighbor's address or a place you used to live.
To replace it, follow the same steps: go to myaccount.google.com, click Personal info, and edit the address field. Delete the old address completely and enter the correct one. If you want to remove your home address entirely without setting a new one, you can clear the field and save it blank — Google Maps will then show no home location.
Setting a work address or other locations
Google Maps also lets you save a Work address alongside your home address. Go to myaccount.google.com, click Personal info, and scroll down to find the Work field. Enter your work address the same way you would your home address. This is useful if you use Google Maps for commute directions or if you want Google Assistant to know where you work.
You cannot add a third custom location label (like "Gym" or "Parent's house") through Account settings. However, you can save individual locations as favorites in the Google Maps app itself by tapping the star icon on any place's details page. These favorites appear in your search history and are easy to tap for directions, but they don't affect your account-level settings the way home and work addresses do.
Privacy and location history considerations
Changing your home address does not affect your location history — the record of everywhere your phone has been. Location history is a separate setting that you control independently. If you have location history turned on, Google will continue to record your movements whether or not you've set a home address.
Your home address is visible only to you and to Google services you use. It is not shared publicly on Google Maps, and other people cannot see it unless you explicitly share your location with them through Google Maps' sharing feature. If you're concerned about privacy, you can leave the home address field blank and still use Google Maps normally — you'll just have to type your address into the search bar when you want directions.
Troubleshooting: Your address won't save or won't appear
If you've entered your address but it doesn't appear in Google Maps, try these steps. First, make sure you're signed into the same Google Account on your phone or computer that you used to set the address. Second, refresh Google Maps or close and reopen the app — sometimes the change takes a few seconds to sync. Third, check that you entered the address in a format Google recognizes; if your address is unusual or in a rural area, try entering just the street number and name, then the city, and let Google's suggestions fill in the rest.
If the address still won't save, clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again. On a phone, you can also try signing out of your Google Account in Settings, then signing back in — this forces your phone to sync with your account settings. If none of these work, the issue may be temporary; wait a few hours and try again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I set a home address if I'm renting or in temporary housing?
Yes. Your home address in Google Maps can be any place where you currently live, whether you own it, rent it, or are staying there temporarily. You can change it as often as you need to — there's no limit on how many times you update it.
Will changing my home address affect my Google search results?
Yes, it will. Google uses your home address to show you local results — restaurants, stores, services — that are near you. If you change your address, your local search results will shift to reflect your new location. This is usually what you want, but if you travel frequently and don't want your results to change, you can leave the home address field blank.
What if I have multiple homes or move frequently?
Google Maps lets you set only one home address at a time. If you move frequently or have multiple residences, you can update the address whenever you change locations, or you can leave it blank and simply search for directions from your current location each time. You can also save multiple locations as favorites in the Maps app for quick access.
Does my home address show up on Google Search when someone looks me up?
No. Your home address in Google Maps is private to your account. It does not appear in Google Search results, and other people cannot see it unless you share your location with them directly through Google Maps' sharing feature.
Can I change my home address on Google Maps without a Google Account?
No. You need a Google Account to set a home address, because the address is stored in your account settings, not on the Maps app itself. If you don't have a Google Account, you can still use Google Maps to search for directions — you just won't be able to save a home address.