To change your home address on Google Maps, open the app, tap the You tab, go to Saved, then Labeled, tap the three dots next to Home, select Edit Home, clear the old address, type the new one, and tap Save. Done in under two minutes.
That covers the most common situation. Below are full step-by-step instructions for every device, plus what to do if things don't go as expected.
Before You Start: Add a Home Address for the First Time
If you have not set a home address yet, you cannot edit one. So if the "Edit Home" option is not showing up, this is likely why.
On mobile (iPhone or Android): Open Google Maps, tap the You tab at the bottom, tap Saved, then Labeled, then tap Home. Enter your address and tap Save.
On desktop: Type "Home" into the Google Maps search bar and press Enter. A pop-up will appear with an Add option. Click it, type your address, and save.
You will need to be signed into a Google account to use labeled addresses at all. Without sign-in, the Home label simply does not exist in the app. According to Wikipedia, Google Maps functions as a full web mapping platform that offers route planning, real-time traffic conditions, and saved location features — all of which depend on a signed-in Google account to sync across devices.
How to Change Your Home Address on Google Maps on iPhone and Android
Navigation Path
Google Maps → You tab → Saved → Labeled → ⋮ next to Home → Edit Home
Depending on which version of the Google Maps app you have, the bottom bar may show "You" or "Saved." Both lead to the same place. If your steps do not match what is described here, check whether your app needs an update.
Steps for iPhone
- Open Google Maps
- Tap You (or Saved) at the bottom of the screen
- Tap Labeled
- Tap the three dots (⋮) next to Home
- Select Edit Home
- Tap the X next to the current address to clear it
- Type your new home address and select it from the results
- Tap Save
Once saved, the Home label will immediately show your updated address. That is your confirmation it worked.
iPhone users also get one extra option: Choose from Contacts. If your own contact card has your new address stored, you can pull it directly from there instead of typing.
Steps for Android
The steps are the same as iPhone with two small differences.
If you are physically at your new home address when doing this, Android gives you a Use current location option. Tap it, let Google Maps detect your position, confirm the address shown is correct, and tap Save. Handy if you have just moved in and are not sure of the exact street format yet.
Alternative Ways to Enter Your New Address
(Applies to both iPhone and Android)
|
Method |
How to Use It |
Best For |
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Type and search |
Enter address manually in the search field |
Most users |
|
Choose on map |
Drop a pin on your location |
Addresses that do not appear in search |
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Voice input |
Tap the mic icon and dictate your address |
Hands-free situations |
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Choose from Contacts |
Select your own contact card (iPhone only) |
When address is already saved in contacts |
|
Use current location |
Tap to detect your position (Android only) |
When you are physically at the new address |
How to Change Your Home Address on Google Maps on Desktop
Navigation Path
maps.google.com → ☰ Menu → Saved → Labeled tab → ⋮ next to Home → Remove Address → ⋮ again → Set Your Home Address
Desktop works slightly differently from mobile. You have to remove the old address first, then set the new one. It is a two-step process rather than an edit-in-place.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Open maps.google.com in your browser and make sure you are signed in
- Click the hamburger menu (☰) in the top-left corner
- Click Saved
- Open the Labeled tab
- Click the three-dot menu (⋮) next to Home
- Select Remove Address
- Click the three-dot menu (⋮) next to Home again
- Select Set Your Home Address
- Type your new address and click Save
After saving, the Labeled tab will reflect your new address right away.
One thing worth knowing: you only need to do this on one device. Google Maps syncs your updated home address across every device signed into the same Google account automatically.
How to Remove Your Home Address on Google Maps
Sometimes you just want to clear the address without replacing it.
On mobile: Tap ⋮ next to Home in the Labeled section, then tap Remove.
On desktop: Click ⋮ next to Home in the Labeled tab, then select Remove Address.
Removing your Google Maps saved address here does not affect your Google Account address used in other services like Chrome autofill or Google Pay. Those are managed separately.
Google Maps Home Address vs. Google Account Home Address
This is where a lot of people get confused, and it is worth a moment to clear up.
Changing your address inside Google Maps only affects navigation and saved places within the app. It does not update the home address stored in your Google Account settings, which is used for things like payment autofill and other Google services. They are separate records.
As reported by Statista, Google Maps ranks as the most downloaded navigation app in the United States, which reflects just how many people rely on it daily for getting directions — making it all the more important to keep your saved home address current and accurate.
|
Feature |
Google Maps App |
Google Account (Device Settings) |
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Where it is set |
Inside Google Maps |
Settings → Google → Personal Info |
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What it affects |
Navigation, directions, saved places |
Autofill, Google Pay, Google services |
|
Visible to others |
No, only you |
No, only you |
|
Syncs across devices |
Yes, via Google account |
Yes, via Google account |
|
Can be removed |
Yes |
Yes |
If you have moved and want everything updated, you will need to change both separately.
After You Move: Two More Google Maps Settings Worth Updating
Change the Home Address Icon
The icon next to your Home label can be changed to something more personal. Go to You → Labeled, tap ⋮ next to Home, select Change icon, pick one from the list, and tap Save. Minor, but useful if you have multiple saved labels and want them visually distinct.
Update Your Saved Trips
If you had saved a regular commute or route to your old home, those will not update automatically. To refresh them, tap the search bar in Google Maps, select Home, change the "From" field to your starting point, choose your transport mode, and tap Save. Your updated Google Maps home location will then anchor all future saved trip directions correctly.
Troubleshooting: When Changing Your Address Does Not Go as Expected
In practice, most issues come down to either an outdated app or a sync delay. Here is a quick reference.
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Problem |
Likely Cause |
What to Do |
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Address does not appear in search results |
Misspelled or partial entry |
Re-type carefully or use "Choose on map" |
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Steps shown do not match your app |
Outdated app version |
Update Google Maps and try again |
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New address not syncing to other devices |
Account sign-in issue |
Sign out, sign back in, recheck |
|
Home label missing from Labeled section |
Address was never set |
Follow the "Add for first time" steps above |
|
Pin dropped in wrong location |
Manual placement error |
Redo the "Choose on map" steps |
|
Address saves but directions still go to old location |
App cache issue |
Clear the app cache or restart the app |
Conclusion
To change your home address on Google Maps, go to the You tab, tap Saved, then Labeled, and edit the Home label. One change syncs across all your signed-in devices. If you have recently moved, also update your Google Account address and any saved trips separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to change my home address on every device?
No. Change it once on any signed-in device and Google Maps syncs it across all others automatically.
Will changing my Google Maps home address update my Google Account address too?
No. They are separate settings. Google Maps controls navigation. Your Google Account address covers autofill and payment services.
What if my new address does not appear in Google Maps search results?
Use the "Choose on map" option to drop a pin on your location manually instead of searching by text.
Can I save more than one home address on Google Maps?
No. Only one labeled "Home" address can be active at a time in Google Maps labeled places.
Can I change my home address on Google Maps without signing in?
No. A signed-in Google account is required to access and edit labeled addresses like Home and Work.
