How to Change Your Home Address on Google Maps (iPhone, Android & Desktop)

You can change your home address on Google Maps in under a minute. On mobile, go to Saved → Labeled → tap the three-dot icon next to Home → Edit Home, clear the old address, enter the new one, and hit Save. On desktop, use the hamburger menu → Saved → Labeled → three-dot icon next to Home → Remove Address, then set the new one. Changes sync automatically across all signed-in devices.

Why You Might Need to Change Your Home Address in Google Maps

The most obvious reason: you've moved. But it's not just that. Maybe you set your home address incorrectly the first time, or you want to use a nearby intersection instead of your exact street address for privacy reasons. Some people also set it to a building entrance rather than a unit number so navigation drops them at the right spot.

Worth knowing upfront — your home address in Google Maps is private. Nobody else can see it. It's only used to help you get directions faster and personalise nearby search results.

As reported by TechCrunch, Google Maps now personalizes results based on places you've saved and searched for — which means keeping your home label accurate directly influences the relevance of what Maps shows you.

How to Change Your Home Address in Google Maps on iPhone and Android

The steps are largely the same on both platforms, with a couple of small differences noted below.

Step-by-Step Instructions (Mobile)

Open the Google Maps app.
Tap Saved (or You, depending on your app version) at the bottom of the screen.
Scroll down and tap Labeled under "Your Lists."
Tap the three-dot icon next to Home.
Select Edit home from the menu.
Tap the X next to the current address to clear it.
Enter your new home address using one of the input methods below.
Tap Save.

In practice, most users find the address populates correctly as long as they select from the dropdown suggestions rather than free-typing the full address.

Ways to Enter Your New Address

Input Method	Available On	How It Works
Type manually	iOS & Android	Type in the search field and select from dropdown results
Voice / Mic	iOS & Android	Tap the mic icon, dictate your address, confirm from results
Choose on map	iOS & Android	Drop a pin on the map, zoom in to position it, tap Save
Choose from Contacts	iPhone only	Pull a saved address directly from your Contacts app
Use current location	Android only	Maps detects your GPS position and suggests the address

iOS vs Android — Small Differences Worth Knowing

The core steps are identical, but two options are platform-specific. "Choose from Contacts" only appears on iPhone — handy if you've already stored your new address in your phone's contacts. On Android, you'll see "Use current location" instead, which is useful if you're physically at your new home when setting this up. The rest of the process is the same.

How to Change Your Home Address in Google Maps on Desktop

Desktop works slightly differently from mobile — and this trips people up. You cannot simply edit the address in place. You have to remove the old one first, then set the new one. A bit clunky, but straightforward once you know.

Step-by-Step Instructions (Desktop / Browser)

Open maps.google.com and make sure you're signed into your Google Account.
Click the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner.
Click Saved.
Open the Labeled tab.
Click the three-dot icon next to Home.
Select Remove Address — this clears the old one.
Click the three-dot icon again next to Home.
Select Set your home address.
Type your new address and click Save.

Adding a Home Address for the First Time on Desktop

If you've never set one, the process is simpler. Type "Home" into the Maps search bar and press Enter. A popup will appear with an Add button — click it and enter your address.

Does Changing Your Home Address in Google Maps Also Update Your Google Account?

No — and this is something most people don't realise until they go looking for it. Your home address label in Google Maps and the address stored in your Google Account are two completely separate things.

Changing your home address in Maps affects only your Maps navigation shortcuts and saved locations. It does not update your billing address, your Google payments profile, or any address used for autofill in Chrome. To update those, you'd need to go to myaccount.google.com → Personal info → Addresses.

How to Remove Your Home Address from Google Maps

On Mobile

Tap the three-dot icon next to Home in the Labeled section → select Remove home. That's it — the label stays but the address is cleared.

On Desktop

Click the three-dot icon next to Home → select Remove Address.

What Else to Update After Changing Your Home Address

Changing just the home label is rarely the whole job. According to The Washington Post, Google Maps users often overlook the saved trips and lists features — both of which can still point to an old address after you've moved. Here's what's worth checking:

Setting	Where to Find It	Why It Matters
Saved Trips	You → Saved trips	Old routes may still reference your previous home
Home icon	Labeled → three-dot → Change icon	Visual personalisation, optional
Work address	Labeled → Work	Often paired with home for commute directions
Google Account address	myaccount.google.com → Personal info	Separate from Maps; used for payments and autofill

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Your New Address Doesn't Appear in Search Results

This happens with newer buildings or rural addresses that haven't been fully indexed yet. Try searching for a nearby street intersection or landmark, or use "Choose on map" to drop a pin manually.

You Dropped the Pin in the Wrong Location

Just repeat the "Choose on map" steps. There's no penalty for re-doing it — Maps will overwrite the previous pin placement.

Home Address Not Syncing Across Devices

First, confirm you're signed into the same Google Account on all devices. If you are, give it a few minutes — sync isn't always instant. A quick app restart usually nudges it along.

Desktop Shows No Option to Set Home Address

This almost always means you're not logged into your Google Account on the Maps site. Sign in first, then the Labeled options become available.

Conclusion

Changing your home address on Google Maps takes less than a minute on mobile or desktop. The key things to remember: mobile lets you edit directly, desktop requires removing the old address first, and your Maps home address is separate from your Google Account address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I set more than one home address in Google Maps?

No. Google Maps only allows one saved Home label at a time. If you need to navigate to multiple frequent locations, use custom labels or save them as starred places instead.

Will other people see my home address on Google Maps?

No. Your home address is private and visible only to you when signed in. It is not displayed publicly on the map or shared with other users.

How long does it take for the new address to sync across devices?

Usually within a few minutes. If it doesn't appear immediately on another device, restart the Maps app and confirm you're signed in to the same Google Account.

Can I change my home address in Google Maps without a Google Account?

No. A Google Account is required to save a home address in Google Maps. Without signing in, the Saved and Labeled features are not available.

What is the difference between a Google Maps home address and a Google Account address?

Your Google Maps home address is a navigation shortcut used only within Maps. Your Google Account address is stored separately and used for billing, payments, and Chrome autofill — changing one does not affect the other.