Send directions to your phone or tablet

On your computer, you can send a place you find on Google Maps to your phone or tablet. 

Send a place to your device

Important: 

• Make sure you’re signed in to the same account on your computer and your phone or tablet. 
• If you’re asked to turn on notifications on your phone or tablet, tap Turn on notifications.

1. On a computer, open Google Maps. If you're using Maps in a mobile browser or an older browser or operating system, this might not work.
2. Find the place you want to send.
3. Below the search box, click Send to your phone. Then, choose the phone or tablet you want to send to.
   • If you don't have a device listed, you can send by email or text message. Text isn't available in all countries/regions. Learn how to add or change your phone number stored in your Google Account.
4. You’ll get a notification on your phone or tablet.

Fix a problem

My device is missing as an option

If you don’t find your phone or tablet when you click Send to your phone:

• Make sure you’re signed in to Google Maps with the same account on your computer and mobile device.
• Make sure you have the latest version of the Google Maps app.

I didn’t get a notification on my phone or tablet

• Make sure your device is connected to data or Wi-Fi.
• Make sure your notifications are turned on.

I can't find "Send to your phone"

If you can’t find Send to your phone:

1. Make sure you've turned on notifications.
2. Wait a few seconds.
3. Reload Google Maps on your computer and try again.