Updating your saved location prevents ride-sharing mix-ups and keeps navigation accurate after a move. Whether you're using an iPhone, an Android device, or a desktop computer, resetting your saved spot takes less than a minute once you know where to look.
If you don't update your details, you risk old routing data sending food delivery drivers or cabs to your previous residence. Here is the exact breakdown for fixing your saved location across every platform.
How to update your address on mobile
The mobile app process is straightforward, but Google hides the settings menu behind a couple of taps. Follow these steps to change your location on iOS or Android:
- Open the Google Maps app on your phone and check that you're signed into your main Google account.
- Tap the Saved tab located in the bottom navigation bar.
- Under the Your lists section, tap on Labeled.
- Find the entry labeled Home and tap the three-dot menu icon next to it.
- Select Edit home.
- Type your new street address or drag the pin on the map to match your exact front door.
- Tap Save to lock in the change.
If you've saved your location directly through your Google Account settings rather than the Maps app interface, you can also manage it via your Google Account management page.
How to change your location on a desktop browser
Updating via a computer browser works well if you prefer typing on a physical keyboard to avoid autocorrect errors.
- Open a browser and go to Google Maps.
- Click the search bar at the top left.
- Type the word "Home" into the search box.
- When your current home address appears in the dropdown list, click the Edit button next to it.
- Clear the old text, type your new address, and choose the correct matching result from the suggestion list.
- Click Save.
Troubleshooting common update errors
Sometimes the app refuses to cooperate, or the old address sticks around due to caching issues. Try these fixes if you run into trouble:
- Grayed out save button: If the save option won't click, your GPS might be conflicting with the manual input. Try turning your phone's location services off and back on, or type the full ZIP code explicitly.
- Wrong pin placement: Google Maps sometimes links an address label to a centroid rather than a driveway. If drivers keep ending up in the alley behind your house, edit the home label again and manually drag the red pin to your actual entrance.
- Sync delays: If your desktop shows the new address but your phone still shows the old one, force-close the mobile app and check your internet connection to trigger a cloud sync.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete my home address entirely instead of changing it?
Yes. Go to the Labeled tab under Saved places in the mobile app, tap the three dots next to Home, and select Remove home.
Does changing my home address affect my Google Business profile?
No. Personal map labels are entirely separate from commercial entities. If you run a business from home, you must update that address through the Google Business Profile Manager dashboard.
Why does Google Maps keep suggesting my old address?
Cached search history causes older entries to linger in predictive text. Tap and hold the old address inside the search bar drop-down menu and tap the "X" or "Remove" prompt to clear it from your recent history.
Is my home address visible to the public?
No. Your labeled home and work locations are private to your Google account and are never displayed publicly to other users who look at your shared reviews or public profile.
