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

You rely on Google Maps to get you home every day — until the address is wrong or stuck on an old place. Whether you just moved, the pin is off, or you need to add a new home for an upcoming trip, updating it takes only a few taps on Android, iPhone, Samsung, or desktop.

Monthly active Google Maps users: 1 billion+ ·
Platforms supporting home address changes: Android, iOS, Web ·
Common top search queries for this topic: How to change home address on Google Maps (iPhone, Android, Samsung) ·
Official support article source: Google Maps Support

Three key details and one resource worth remembering:

How to change home address on Google Maps Android

Using the Google Maps app on Android (phone)

1. Open Google Maps and sign in to your account (Google Maps Support)
2. Tap your profile icon (top right)
3. Select “Saved” then “Labeled”
4. Tap the three dots next to “Home” and choose “Edit home”
5. Enter the new address (you can type it or select from contacts) and confirm

This method updates your home address instantly and syncs it across all devices signed into the same Google account (Google Maps Support).

Using the Google Settings app (Google Account)

1. Open your device’s Settings app
2. Tap “Google” and then “Manage your Google Account” (Google Maps Support)
3. Go to “Personal info”
4. Under “Home”, tap the pencil icon or address
5. Enter the new address and tap “Save”

This alternative path works on any Android device including Samsung, OnePlus, and Pixel phones. It also updates your address in other Google services like Calendar and Contacts.

Adjusting home address on Samsung Galaxy devices

Samsung Galaxy users can follow the same Android steps above. There’s no Samsung-specific variation — the Google Maps app behaves identically across all Android phones (YouTube Tutorial).

The implication: The fastest route is typically the Maps app, but the Settings app provides a reliable alternative that syncs across services.

My home address is wrong on Google Maps

Common reasons for an incorrect home address

• Your address may be auto-derived from your Google Account’s personal info (Google Maps Support)
• If you moved but didn’t update your account, the old address persists
• Accidentally set the wrong location when first creating your home label

Step-by-step correction process

1. Open Google Maps and tap your profile icon
2. Go to “Saved” > “Labeled”
3. Tap the three dots next to “Home” and choose “Edit home” (Smarty guide)
4. Type the correct address or adjust the pin on the map
5. Tap “Save” — the change updates immediately on all synced devices

What to do if the change doesn’t save

1. Ensure you’re signed into the correct Google account (Smarty guide)
2. Clear the Google Maps app cache or force-stop it (Google Maps Support)
3. Update the app to the latest version from the Play Store or App Store
4. Try the alternative method via the Google Account dashboard at myaccount.google.com

The catch: if your address is tied to a misplaced pin, you may need to adjust the pin manually after editing the address (Smarty guide).

How to add home address in Google map for public

Difference between private home label and public address on Google Maps

Your home label is private — only you can see it (Google Maps Support). A public address on Google Maps is a place shown to everyone (like a business or landmark). These are two entirely separate features.

Adding a new public location via Google Maps

1. Open Google Maps and tap the “Contribute” tab (or the plus icon on web)
2. Select “Add a missing place” (Smarty guide)
3. Enter the address, pin the location, and provide details
4. Submit for review

Verification and approval process

Public address submissions may be reviewed by Google and local contributors (Smarty guide). There’s no guaranteed timeline. If you’re adding your actual home as a public place, consider privacy implications — profile addresses are public, while home/work labels stay private.

The pattern: Private home labels and public addresses serve different purposes; choose based on whether you want privacy or visibility.

How to change work location on Google Maps iPhone

Editing work address using the Google Maps app on iPhone

1. Open Google Maps on your iPhone and tap “Saved” at the bottom
2. Tap “Labeled” and find “Work” (Google Maps Support)
3. Tap the three dots next to “Work” and select “Edit work”
4. Enter the new address and confirm

Changing work location via Google Account web settings

1. Go to myaccount.google.com and sign in
2. Click “Personal info” in the left sidebar (Google Account settings)
3. Under “Work”, click or tap to edit
4. Update the address and save

Syncing work address with other Google services

Changes to your work address automatically reflect in Google Calendar events, Google Contacts, and Maps navigation shortcuts (Google Maps Support).

“Work and home addresses are synced across all Google services linked to the same account. Updating one updates them all.”Google Maps Help Center

How to change home address in Maps

General steps applicable across all platforms

1. Log into the same Google account on every device (Smarty guide)
2. Use the “Labeled” section in Google Maps to find Home and Work
3. Edit via the three-dot menu or by tapping the address directly
4. Confirm the change — it will propagate to all synced devices

Using the Google Maps web interface on a desktop

1. Go to maps.google.com and sign in
2. Click the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines)
3. Click “Your places” and then “Labeled” (Smarty guide)
4. Click the three dots next to “Home” and select “Edit home”
5. Type the new address and click “Save”

Alternative method via your Google Account dashboard

1. Visit myaccount.google.com and sign in (Google Account settings)
2. Go to “Personal info” > “Home” or “Work”
3. Click the pencil icon, enter the new address, and click “Save”

This dashboard method is especially useful if you can’t find the Labeled section in the Maps desktop interface.

What this means: The Google Account dashboard is a universal fallback when the Maps interface is not accessible.

The catch: Users should anticipate potential delays and undocumented effects when updating home addresses.

For anyone who regularly relies on Google Maps for navigation, keeping your home address accurate is a small task with big consequences. The wrong address can mean wasted time, missed appointments, and frustration. With the steps above — whether on Android, iPhone, Samsung, or desktop — you can fix it in under a minute. For the average commuter in the U.S., the choice is clear: update your home address now, or keep swiping past the wrong destination every time you ask Google for directions home.

Frequently asked questions

The takeaway: Keeping your home address updated is simple and private, with multiple methods available.