Wrong address, wrong pin or a shop that moved: here is how to fix your location on Google Maps, whether you own the profile or not.
If you own the profile
- Open your Business Profile on Google Search or Maps.
- Click Edit profile, then Location.
- Correct the address, and drag the pin to your exact entrance.
- Save.
Google may review the change. Big moves often need re-verification.
If you only need to move the pin
Many addresses are right but the pin sits on the wrong road. Just adjust the pin. See Google Maps pin in the wrong place.
If you moved to a new address
Moving is different from fixing a mistake. Follow our guide on changing address without suspension. In short: update the signboard, documents and website first, then change Google.
If you don't own the profile: "Suggest an edit"
Anyone can suggest changes on Google Maps:
- Open the business on Google Maps.
- Tap Suggest an edit.
- Choose Change name or other details, or Remove this place if it no longer exists.
- Submit. Google checks the suggestion, sometimes with the owner.
As an owner, watch for edits suggested by others. Google can accept them automatically, which is why addresses and phone numbers sometimes change on their own.
Avoid these mistakes
- Using a virtual office as your address
- Showing your home address when customers don't visit you there
- Creating a new listing at the new address instead of updating the old one
Check your listing regularly
Look at your profile once a week. If something changed without you, correct it quickly.
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Frequently asked questions
Why did my business address change by itself?
Google can accept edits suggested by users or its own data. Check your profile weekly and correct anything wrong.
Will moving my business affect my ranking?
Yes. Ranking depends on distance, so your visibility shifts to the new area.
Which email should I use to create my Google Business Profile?
Use a Gmail account that you, the business owner, control for the long term. Avoid staff email IDs or an agency's account. Many owners lose access to their own listing because it was created on someone else's email. You can always add staff or an agency later as managers.
How long does it take to rank higher on Google Maps?
Quick fixes such as the right category, correct details and new photos can show results within a few weeks. Moving into the top 3 in a competitive area usually takes a few months of steady reviews, posts and updates. Areas with fewer strong competitors move faster.
Why do customers usually choose from the top 3 on Google Maps?
The top 3 appear in the "map pack" at the top of Google Search, with ratings, photos and a call button. Most people don't scroll further. Moving from position 8 to the top 3 can change the number of calls you get dramatically.
How can GBP Ranker help my business?
GBP Ranker works only on Google Business Profiles and Google Maps. We audit your listing, fix problems like verification and suspensions, optimise your profile and build a review system, so more nearby customers find and call you. You can start with a free audit on WhatsApp or call us on +91 93802 30270.