How to Save Your Google Maps Location History on an iPhone
Open the Google Maps app., Tap ☰., Scroll down and tap Settings., Tap Location History., Slide the On switch right to the "On" position.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open the Google Maps app.
If you aren't already signed into your primary Google account in Maps, you'll need to do so with your Google email address and password in order to save your Maps history. -
Step 2: Tap ☰.
You'll find this in the top left corner of the screen. , It's in the third group of options in this menu. , This is toward the bottom of your screen. , It will turn blue.
This option is at the top of the Location History page, and turning it on will ensure that Google Maps will store your recent locations, trip routes, and searches in the Maps history section of the Settings menu.
Location History is On by default. -
Step 3: Scroll down and tap Settings.
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Step 4: Tap Location History.
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Step 5: Slide the On switch right to the "On" position.
Detailed Guide
If you aren't already signed into your primary Google account in Maps, you'll need to do so with your Google email address and password in order to save your Maps history.
You'll find this in the top left corner of the screen. , It's in the third group of options in this menu. , This is toward the bottom of your screen. , It will turn blue.
This option is at the top of the Location History page, and turning it on will ensure that Google Maps will store your recent locations, trip routes, and searches in the Maps history section of the Settings menu.
Location History is On by default.
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