How to Delete a Google Review You Wrote

Posting a Google review takes seconds, but sometimes you regret it just as fast. Maybe you left the review in the heat of the moment, posted it on the wrong business, or the situation changed after you wrote it. Whatever the reason, the good news is simple. Google gives every user full control over reviews they personally wrote, and removing one takes only a couple of minutes once you know where to look.

This guide walks you through every method for deleting a review you wrote, on both desktop and mobile, along with what happens after you hit delete and what to do if you run into trouble. If you are trying to remove a review someone else posted about your business, that process is different and covered in detail in the full Google review removal guide.

Key Takeaways

• You can only delete reviews tied to your own Google account.
• Deletion is available through Google Maps, Google Search, and your Google account contributions page.
• The process works the same way whether the review is one day old or five years old.
• Deleted reviews disappear almost instantly but the change can take a little longer to reflect everywhere.
• If the delete button is missing, the fix is usually related to your login, app version, or account type.

Why You Might Want to Delete a Google Review You Wrote

People delete their own reviews for many reasons, and none of them require justification to Google. You are free to remove a review at any time for any reason.

Some of the most common situations include the following.

• You posted the review under the wrong business or location by mistake.
• The issue you originally complained about was resolved after you wrote the review.
• You reviewed a business you no longer have a connection to, such as a former employer.
• You want to update your feedback and prefer to start fresh instead of editing.
• You are cleaning up your Google Maps contribution history.
• The review contained information you no longer want public, such as personal details.
• You changed your opinion of the business after a follow up experience.

Whatever your reason, the removal steps below apply the same way in every case.

Before You Delete Your Review

Before you remove a review permanently, take a moment to decide if deletion is really what you want. Google also allows you to edit a review instead of deleting it outright. If your main goal is to change your rating, correct a typo, or update your comment after a business improved, editing may be the better option and it preserves your review history. Our companion piece on how to edit or correct a Google review walks through that process step by step.

If you are certain you want the review gone completely, continue with the steps below.

How to Delete a Google Review You Wrote on Desktop

Deleting a review from a computer is one of the fastest methods, especially if you already have Google Maps or Gmail open in your browser.

Step 1. Sign in to the correct Google account

Open a browser and go to Google Maps or Google Search. Make sure you are signed in with the same Google account you used when you originally posted the review. If you have more than one account, this step is the most common place people get stuck.

Step 2. Search for the business you reviewed

Type the exact name of the business into the search bar. If there are multiple locations, confirm you have selected the same one you reviewed originally.

Step 3. Open the reviews section

Click on the business listing, then scroll to the reviews area or click the tab labeled Reviews.

Step 4. Find your review

Your review will appear with your profile name and photo attached. If you posted many reviews over time, you may need to scroll or filter by your own contributions.

Step 5. Click the three dot menu

Next to your review, click the three vertical dots icon.

Step 6. Select delete

A menu will appear with the option to edit or delete your review. Choose delete, then confirm the action when prompted.

Once confirmed, the review is removed from public view almost immediately.

How to Delete a Google Review You Wrote on Mobile (Android and iPhone)

Most people write reviews from their phone, so it makes sense that deleting them from mobile is just as common. The process is nearly identical on Android and iPhone.

Using the Google Maps App

1. Open the Google Maps app and tap your profile photo in the top right corner.
2. Tap Your contributions.
3. Tap Reviews to see every review tied to your account.
4. Find the review you want removed.
5. Tap the three dot icon next to that review.
6. Select Delete review and confirm.

Using the Google Search App or Google App

1. Open the Google app and tap your profile photo.
2. Tap Your contributions or search directly for the business name.
3. Open the business listing and locate your review.
4. Tap the three dot menu next to your review.
5. Choose Delete and confirm the action.

Both methods rely on the same underlying system, so use whichever app you already have open.

How to Delete a Review Using Your Google Contributions Page

There is also a dedicated page that lists every piece of content you have ever contributed to Google Maps, including reviews, photos, and ratings. This is often the fastest route if you have posted many reviews and cannot remember which business you need to search for.

1. Go to your Google Maps contributions page while signed in.
2. Select the Reviews tab.
3. Scroll through your full review history.
4. Tap or click the three dot icon beside the review you want gone.
5. Select Delete and confirm.

This method is especially useful for cleaning up multiple old reviews at once since everything is listed in one place instead of requiring separate searches.

What Happens After You Delete a Review

Once you confirm the deletion, a few things happen behind the scenes.

• The review disappears from the business listing almost instantly on your own device.
• It may take Google’s systems a short time, usually a few minutes to a few hours, to fully update the listing everywhere including cached search results.
• The business rating recalculates automatically once your review is removed.
• Any replies the business owner left on your review are also removed since they are tied to the original review.
• The deletion cannot be undone through Google’s interface, so you would need to write a brand new review if you change your mind later.

Delete vs Edit vs Report a Review

People often confuse these three actions, so here is a quick side by side comparison.

If the review belongs to you, delete and edit are your only two real options. Reporting is meant for reviews written by other people that appear to break Google’s content policies.

Troubleshooting When the Delete Option Is Missing

Sometimes the three dot menu does not show a delete option, or the menu does not appear at all. Here are the most common causes and fixes.

You are signed into the wrong account

Google only shows the delete option to the account that originally posted the review. Check the account switcher in the top corner of Maps or Search to confirm you are using the right one.

The review was posted through a different platform

If you left the review through a third party app connected to your Google account rather than Google Maps directly, the deletion path can look slightly different. Try accessing the review directly through Google Maps instead of the third party app.

You are using an outdated app version

Older versions of the Google Maps or Google Search app sometimes hide or relocate menu options. Updating the app usually resolves this instantly.

Your account contribution history has synced improperly

Occasionally a review shows up under contributions but the direct link to it on the business page is broken. Searching for the business fresh and locating the review from the listing page, rather than from the contributions tab, often fixes this.

The business listing was merged or changed

If a business location closed, moved, or merged with another listing, your review might now be attached to a different entry than expected. Search for the business again to confirm which listing your review currently lives under.

If none of these steps work, Google’s official Help Center allows you to submit a support request describing the exact issue.

Expert Tips for Managing Your Google Reviews

• Check your contributions page every few months, especially if you write reviews often, to keep your history accurate.
• Before deleting a review tied to a business dispute, take a screenshot for your own records in case you need it later.
• If you are unhappy with a business but the issue gets resolved, consider editing your review instead of deleting it. Updated reviews carry more credibility with other users than a review that simply vanishes.
• Use the same Google account consistently for all your reviews so you never lose track of where your feedback lives.
• If you manage a business and need help with reviews you did not write yourself, working with Google review removal specialists can save significant time navigating Google’s reporting process.

Common Mistakes People Make When Deleting a Review

• Searching for the wrong business location instead of the exact branch reviewed.
• Trying to delete a review while signed into a secondary or work Google account.
• Assuming a deleted review can be restored later.
• Confusing the report function with the delete function.
• Deleting a review instead of editing it, then having to rewrite the entire review from scratch.
• Not checking whether the business listing has changed names or merged since the review was posted.

Best Practices Before Posting Future Reviews

• Read back your review once before submitting to check for any information you might regret sharing publicly.
• Focus on your actual experience rather than personal disputes unrelated to the product or service.
• Keep future reviews factual so you are less likely to want to remove them later.
• Remember that anything you post is tied permanently to your public Google profile until you choose to remove it.

What If You Cannot Delete a Review Yourself

In rare cases, people find they cannot locate or remove an old review because the account used to post it no longer exists, was deleted, or is inaccessible. If this happens, Google’s support channels are the only path forward since no one else, including business owners, has the ability to delete a review that belongs to another user’s account.

For situations involving reviews written by someone else about your business, the process is entirely different and involves flagging content for policy violations rather than direct deletion. That full process is explained in the full Google review removal guide.

Conclusion

Deleting a Google review you wrote is a straightforward process once you know exactly where to look, whether that is through Google Maps, the Google Search app, or your contributions page. The entire process takes only a few taps or clicks and the review disappears almost immediately from public view.

If your goal is simply to update your feedback rather than erase it completely, editing is worth considering first since it keeps your review live while reflecting your current opinion. And if you are dealing with a more complex situation involving a review someone else wrote about your business, that requires a different approach entirely, one covered in full in our companion resource on Google review removal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I delete a Google review I wrote a long time ago?

Yes. There is no time limit on deleting your own reviews. Whether you posted it last week or several years ago, the same steps apply.

Will deleting my review notify the business?

No. Google does not send a notification to the business when you delete your own review. The listing simply updates and the rating recalculates.

Can I delete a review I wrote anonymously?

Google reviews are always tied to a Google account, even if your display name is not your real name. As long as you are signed into that same account, you can delete the review normally.

How long does it take for a deleted review to disappear completely?

Removal from your own view is usually instant. Full removal across all search results and cached pages can take anywhere from a few minutes up to a day in rare cases.

Can a business owner delete a review I wrote?

No. Business owners cannot delete reviews directly. They can only reply publicly or report a review to Google if they believe it violates policy.

What happens to my star rating contribution after I delete a review?

Once deleted, your rating no longer factors into the business’s average score, and the total review count for that business decreases by one.

Can I delete a review from a business I no longer remember visiting?

Yes, as long as it appears under your Google contributions page, you can locate and delete it even without remembering the visit.

Is there a way to delete multiple reviews at once?

Google does not currently offer a bulk delete feature. Each review has to be removed individually through the three dot menu.

Can I delete a review from an account I no longer have access to?

Not directly. You would need to regain access to that Google account first since only the original account holder can delete a review tied to it.

Does deleting a review affect my Local Guides points or status?

Yes. Deleting a review can lower your total Local Guides points since points are awarded per contribution and removed once the contribution is deleted.