Request an Address Update with Google

Use the information below to update your department or faculty member’s address with Google.

Each location shown on Google search results is considered a “business” and must be claimed and updated individually. When a business first requests an update to their information, Google will require you verify ownership by sending a postcard to the location or calling the phone number listed. In both cases, Google will provide a code that is used to verify ownership and enable you to maintain the information. To streamline the process, we rely on people at the specific location to manage this process.

There are two ways to claim a location:

1. Search for the person or organization and click on the “Own this business?” link.

In the screen that opens, click the “Manage Now” button, which will begin the verification process.
- You may also see a message that says someone is already managing this address and you will need to request access.
You will need to verify that you “own” the location by either:
- Let Google call the number listed (and then inserting the code they provide you); or
- Request a postcard to the address and follow the instructions provided.

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2. Edit or Add through Google Business

Go to https://www.google.com/business/, then:

Click Manage Now, which will prompt you to sign in with your Google account.
Scroll down and click “Manage Locations” in the left navigation.
In the screen that opens, click “Add Location”.
- either search for your business name; or
- Click “add you business to Google”
For either option, follow the prompts to complete the process.