You can change your address on Google Maps by editing your Google Account profile or by claiming and updating a business listing

Google Maps pulls your address from two different places depending on what you're trying to change. If you want to update the home address associated with your Google Account — the one that appears when you search for "my address" or use location-based features — you edit your Google Account settings directly. If you own or manage a business and want to change the address shown on your business listing, you claim the listing through Google Business Profile and edit it there. The steps are different, so start by figuring out which one applies to you.

Key Takeaways

  • Your personal address in Google Maps comes from your Google Account profile, which you can change in your account settings under "Personal info."
  • Business addresses on Google Maps are managed through Google Business Profile, a separate system that requires you to verify ownership of the listing before making changes.
  • Changes to your personal address usually show up in Google Maps within a few hours, but business address changes can take a few days to appear.
  • If you cannot find your business listing on Google Maps, you may need to create one instead of editing an existing one.

Changing your personal address in your Google Account

Your personal address — the one Google uses for directions, location services, and account recovery — lives in your Google Account settings, not in Google Maps itself. To change it, go to myaccount.google.com and sign in with the account you use for Google Maps.

Once you're signed in, click on "Personal info" in the left menu. You'll see a section labeled "Basic info" with your name, email, and phone number. Scroll down until you find the address field. Click on it, delete the old address, and type in your new one. Google will show you address suggestions as you type — select the correct one from the dropdown to make sure the format is right. Click "Save" when you're done. The change usually appears in Google Maps within a few hours.

If you don't see an address field in your Personal info section, it means you haven't set one yet. You can add one by clicking the pencil icon next to "Basic info" and filling in the address field that appears.

Claiming and editing a business listing on Google Maps

Business addresses are managed through Google Business Profile, which is separate from your personal Google Account. If you own or manage a business, you need to claim the listing first before you can change the address.

Go to business.google.com and sign in. Search for your business by name. If your business appears in the results, click on it and then click "Manage now." Google will ask you to verify that you own or manage the business — this usually means receiving a postcard with a verification code at the address currently listed, or verifying by phone or email if those options are available. Once verified, you can edit the address by clicking on the address field and entering the new one.

If your business doesn't appear in the search results, you'll need to create a new listing instead. Click "Create a new business" and fill in your business name, address, phone number, and website. Google will send a verification postcard to the address you provide, which you'll need to confirm before the listing goes live on Google Maps.

What happens after you change your address

Personal address changes usually show up in Google Maps within a few hours because they're stored in your account settings. Business address changes take longer — typically one to three days — because Google reviews the change and verifies it matches the information on file.

If you changed your address because you moved, make sure you've also updated it with your internet service provider, your bank, and any other services that use your address for billing or delivery. Google Maps is just one place that needs the update.

If you changed your business address and the old address still appears on Google Maps after three days, go back to Google Business Profile and double-check that your edit was saved. Sometimes the change doesn't go through if there's a formatting error or if Google's system flagged it for review.

Removing an address from Google Maps

If you don't want any address associated with your Google Account on Google Maps, you can delete it from your Personal info settings. Go to myaccount.google.com, click "Personal info," find the address field, and click the trash icon next to it. This removes your address from Google Maps but doesn't affect your Google Account itself.

For a business listing, you cannot simply delete the address — you have to either close the listing entirely or request that Google remove it if the business no longer exists. If your business has moved and you've created a new listing at the new address, you can request removal of the old listing through Google Business Profile by clicking the three-dot menu and selecting "Close or remove this business."

Troubleshooting address changes that don't appear

If you changed your address but it's still not showing up on Google Maps after the expected time, first check that you saved the change. For personal addresses, go back to myaccount.google.com and verify the new address is actually there. For business listings, sign into business.google.com and confirm the address in your listing matches what you entered.

If the change is saved but still not appearing on Google Maps, try clearing your browser cache and signing out of Google, then signing back in. Sometimes your browser holds onto old information. If you're using the Google Maps app on your phone, try uninstalling and reinstalling it.

For business listings, Google sometimes holds changes for manual review if the new address is very different from the old one or if it's in a different city. Check your email for any messages from Google Business Profile asking you to confirm the change. If you don't see anything after three days, you can contact Google Business Profile support through the help menu in your listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Personal address changes usually appear within a few hours. Business address changes typically take one to three days because Google reviews them. If it's been longer than that, clear your browser cache and try signing out and back in.

Can I change my business address on Google Maps without verifying ownership?

No. Google requires you to verify that you own or manage the business before you can make any changes to the listing. Verification usually happens by postcard, phone, or email depending on what options Google offers for your location.

What if my business moved to a new address and the old one is still showing on Google Maps?

Sign into Google Business Profile, find your listing, and edit the address field with the new address. If the old address persists after three days, check that your edit was saved and contact Google Business Profile support if needed.

Do I need to change my address on Google Maps if I move?

No, it's not required. Changing your address on Google Maps is optional and only affects how Google Maps displays your location. You should update your address with your bank, internet provider, and other services that need it for billing or delivery.

Can I have multiple addresses on my Google Account?

Your Google Account personal info section only stores one address. If you need to track multiple locations, you can create separate Google Accounts or use Google Maps' "Saved places" feature to mark different addresses as favorites.