Open the Google Maps app. Connect to WiFi before downloading — offline maps can be 100–500 MB depending on the area, so downloading over WiFi saves your mobile data.
Tap the search bar at the top and type the name of the city, region, or country you want to save offline. Tap the result to open it on the map.
After searching, a card appears at the bottom showing the place name. Tap it to expand the details panel.
Tap the three-dot menu icon (⋮) in the top right of the details panel. Select Download offline map from the menu that appears.
A square selection box appears over the map. Pinch or drag to adjust the area you want to save. The file size estimate updates as you resize. When you're happy with the area, tap Download.
Google Maps will download the map in the background. You'll see a progress bar. Once complete, you can use navigation in that area without any data connection.
Even without WiFi or mobile data, open Google Maps. The app will automatically use your downloaded map for the area you're in.
Type your destination in the search bar. Tap Directions and choose your travel mode (driving, walking, cycling). Turn-by-turn navigation works fully offline.
GPS uses satellite signals, not mobile data — so your phone can still pinpoint your exact location even with no signal. Offline maps + GPS = full navigation without any data.
Tap your profile photo or initial in the top right corner of the Google Maps home screen.
Tap Offline maps to see all your downloaded maps. Each map shows the area name, file size, and expiry date.
Tap Update next to any map to refresh it with the latest data. Tap the three-dot menu next to a map and select Delete to remove it and free up storage. Maps expire after about 15 days and need to be updated to stay accurate.
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