On iPhone, open Google Maps, pick the place, tap Reviews, select stars, and write your review with details.
Goal: post a clear review from an iOS device without fuss. This guide shows every path, simple steps, and fixes when things don’t work.
Leave A Google Maps Review On iOS: Step-By-Step
Most people post reviews through the Google Maps app on iPhone. Here’s the short path that works every time.
- Install or open Google Maps on iPhone, then sign in.
- Search the place or tap it on the map.
- Swipe up on the place card, then tap Reviews.
- Tap the star row, pick 1–5, then write your comments.
- Answer prompts, add photos if you like, then tap Post.
Quick Choices At A Glance
The routes below all work. Pick the one that matches where you found the place.
| Method | Where To Tap | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps App | Place card → Reviews → Stars | Fastest, full features |
| Google App | Business panel → Reviews → Stars | When searching on Google |
| Safari To Google.com | Knowledge panel → Write A Review | No Maps installed |
What You Need Before You Start
You’ll post from a Google account. Any Gmail or workspace login works. Your display name on that account appears next to the review. You can change that name in your Google Account settings.
Location services help Maps suggest places you visited. Turn them on if you want tight suggestions, or leave them off and search by name. Photos and videos post only if you grant Photos access. You can still review without media.
Steps In The Google App On iPhone
If you search with the Google app, you can rate a place from the results.
- Open the Google app, search the business, then tap the business panel.
- Scroll to the star row. Tap it to start your rating.
- Add comments. Short, specific notes help others.
- Post. The review appears on the business profile and in your profile’s Contributions.
Post From Safari When You Don’t Have Maps
Prefer the browser? You can add a review from Google’s mobile site.
- Open Safari, go to google.com, and search the place.
- Tap the knowledge panel, then choose Write a review.
- Pick stars, write your review, then post.
Edit Or Delete Your Review Later
You control your text. You can edit to update facts or remove a post you no longer want live.
Edit Or Remove In Google Maps
- Open Google Maps on iPhone.
- Tap your profile photo → Your profile → Reviews.
- Find the review. Tap the three dots → Edit review or Delete review.
Need a refresher on the official flow? See Google’s own guide for iOS under Maps reviews & ratings.
Write A Review People Trust
Short, concrete details help readers decide. Try this simple outline:
- Context: what you bought or did.
- Timing: when you visited.
- Standouts: one good point and one thing to improve.
- Media: one clear photo of what matters.
Skip links to promos, phone numbers, or personal info. Avoid staff names unless they’re public on badges or signage.
Photos And Video From iPhone
Visuals raise trust when they show the real menu, product, or space. Shoot in good light. Avoid faces of other guests. Add a short caption so people know what they’re seeing.
- From the review screen, tap Add photo or Add video.
- Pick from your library or take a fresh shot.
- Check orientation and crop before posting.
Policy Basics You Should Know
Google moderates reviews and may hide those that break the rules. No paid praise, no fake visits, no review swaps. If a business pressures you for a positive rating, skip it or report it. You can read the rules under prohibited & restricted content.
Privacy, Names, And Profile Visibility
Your public reviews link to your Contributions profile. That page shows your photos and text posts. You can remove older posts or switch off photo location data in iOS if you prefer. To change the display name, update your Google Account name; new reviews use that name.
Fix Common Problems On iPhone
If the star row is missing or the Post button stays gray, try the quick fixes below. Most issues fall into one of these buckets.
| Issue | Fix | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Can’t find the star row | Open the place card fully, then tap Reviews | Maps app |
| Post button disabled | Add a star rating and a short comment | Review screen |
| Photos fail to upload | Allow Photos access to Maps | iOS Settings → Maps |
| Wrong account | Switch to the account you want | Maps profile menu |
| Place not on Google | Suggest an edit or add the place | Maps place card |
| Review vanished | It may be filtered by policy checks | See policy link above |
Post From A Dropped Pin
When a place is on a side road or in a large mall, search can list several similar names. A dropped pin helps you land on the right spot.
- Long-press the map to drop a pin where you stood.
- Swipe up the pin card and tap the nearest matching place name.
- Open the Reviews tab and post.
Share A Balanced Review That Stays Live
Write like you’re helping a friend pick wisely. Specifics beat star-only ratings. One clear detail can steer a reader better than ten vague lines.
- Mention the product, dish, or service tier you used.
- Note wait times or delivery windows.
- Give one tip that would have helped you before the visit.
- Avoid pasted templates. Fresh wording lowers the odds of filters hiding your text.
Owners can reply. That reply sits under your post. You can update your text if the place fixes an issue on a second visit.
Find Your Past Reviews On iPhone
Reviews live under your profile in Maps. That page also shows photos and answers you posted.
- Open Google Maps and tap your profile photo.
- Tap Your profile → Reviews.
- Use the sort control to see newest first or oldest first.
- Tap any item to open it on the business page.
From there you can edit typos, add fresh photos, or remove a post that no longer reflects a later visit.
When Reviews Are Not Available
Some types of places don’t take reviews. In those cases you can add photos or send a map edit if details are wrong. If the place is new, reviews may be paused until the profile is complete.
How Business Replies Work
Owners can respond to your post. You’ll see a notice in Maps. If the reply addresses your point and service improves, add a new line to reflect the change. Readers value updates tied to dates and real outcomes.
Media Tips For Clear Proof
Good light beats filters. Hold still, shoot two angles, and post the cleaner one. For indoor menus, stand near a window or use the iPhone’s exposure slider to brighten without blowing out white paper. Keep photos free of other patrons or license plates.
Accessibility Notes
VoiceOver and dictation can help you post without typing. In the review box, tap the microphone button and speak short phrases. Read the text once before you post to catch misheard words or numbers.
Now Post Your First Rating
Open Maps, find the place, tap Reviews, pick the stars, and share a sentence that others can act on. One clear line from your phone can help the next person pick with confidence.