Sometimes Google Maps might have trouble finding where you are located. If the GPS location of your blue dot on the map is inaccurate or the blue dot is not showing up, here are some things you can do to help fix the problem. Tip: This will also improve your search results and make them more relevant to you.
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See your current location on the map • On your computer, open. • In the bottom right, click My location. The blue dot shows where you are. How Maps finds your current location Maps estimates where you are from sources like: • Your web browser’s location information. • Your phone's location, if you have. Give Maps location permission in your browser To center the map where you are, you'll need to give Maps permission to see your location. • On your computer, open Internet Explorer and go to.
• In the bottom right, click My location. • If you’re asked to share your location, click Allow once or Options for this site Always allow. • If you see a message that 'Google maps does not have permission to use your location,' go to your browser’s toolbar and click Tools Internet Options Privacy under 'Location,' click Clear Sites. More ways to improve location accuracy If you get an error like 'Your location cannot be determined' or your location is still wrong, here are some things you can try: • Refresh your browser (such as Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). • Check to make sure you have a strong Internet connection. • Double-check your browser’s permission settings using the instructions above.