How to Delete Recent History in Google Maps
Google Maps is an essential tool for navigating through cities and finding new places to explore. However, it also keeps a record of your recent searches, directions, and locations visited. If you’re concerned about privacy or simply want to clear out your search history, deleting recent history in Google Maps is a straightforward process. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to delete recent history in Google Maps on both Android and iOS devices.
Step 1: Open Google Maps
First, open the Google Maps app on your smartphone or tablet. Ensure that you’re signed in with the Google account you want to delete the history for.
Step 2: Access the Menu
Once the app is open, tap on the three horizontal lines in the upper-left corner to access the menu. This will display a list of options, including “Your Places,” “Settings,” and more.
Step 3: Go to Settings
Scroll down the menu and tap on “Settings.” This will open a new screen with various options related to the app’s functionality and privacy.
Step 4: Select Privacy and Personalization
In the Settings menu, find the “Privacy and Personalization” option and tap on it. This section contains information about your Google account’s privacy settings and personalization preferences.
Step 5: Manage Activity
Under the “Privacy and Personalization” section, tap on “Manage Activity.” This feature allows you to view, edit, and delete your Google account’s activity history, including Google Maps.
Step 6: Delete Recent History
On the “Manage Activity” screen, you’ll see a list of all your recent searches, directions, and locations visited. To delete recent history in Google Maps, tap on the three dots next to each item and select “Delete.” You can also choose to delete multiple items by checking the boxes next to them and then tapping “Delete.”
Step 7: Confirm Deletion
After selecting the items you want to delete, tap “Delete” again to confirm. A pop-up message will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. Tap “Delete” one more time to proceed.
Step 8: Clear All Activity
If you want to delete all your recent history in Google Maps at once, you can tap on “Clear all activity from” at the top of the “Manage Activity” screen. This will prompt you to select a time range for the activity you want to delete. Choose “All time” to delete everything, and then tap “Clear all.”
By following these steps, you can easily delete recent history in Google Maps and maintain your privacy. Remember that deleting your history will not affect your saved places or bookmarks, so you won’t lose any important information.
