Google Reviews By Me: See, Find, and Manage Your Reviews

Anyone who’s left a review on Google Maps might wonder where all those contributions go. Your past reviews — for restaurants, shops, or services — live in a dedicated list that’s easy to find once you know the path. This guide walks you through every step across desktop, Android, and iPhone, with official sources and practical tips for managing your review history.

87% of consumers read online reviews before visiting a business. Over 100 million Google reviews are posted daily. The average local business star rating on Google is 4.3 stars.

How do I see my Google reviews?

Viewing reviews on Google Maps (desktop)

• Open Google Maps in your browser and sign in with the Google account you used to leave reviews.
• Click the Menu (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner, then select “Your contributions” and finally “Reviews” (Google Maps Help).
• You’ll see every review you’ve posted, sorted from most recent. Each entry shows the business name, your star rating, and the text you wrote.

Viewing reviews on Google Maps (Android)

• Open the Google Maps app on your Android device and tap your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner (Google Maps Help (Android)).
• Tap “Your contributions,” then “Reviews” to see the full list (Google Maps Help (Android)).
• From here you can tap any review to view details or use the three-dot menu to edit or delete it.

Viewing reviews on Google Maps (iPhone/iPad)

• Open the Google Maps app on your iPhone or iPad and tap your profile picture or initial in the top-right (Google Maps Help).
• Tap “Your contributions,” then “Reviews.” The process is identical to Android (Google Maps Help).
• If you have multiple Google accounts, ensure you’re signed in with the correct one. You can switch accounts by tapping the profile icon and selecting another account.

Using the Google Reviews website (customerreviews.google.com)

• Google provides a dedicated reviews hub at customerreviews.google.com. Sign in with your Google account and you’ll see all your reviews in one place — no Maps navigation required (Google Maps Help).
• This site works on any device with a browser, making it a convenient fallback if the Maps app isn’t cooperating.

How do I leave a review on Google?

Leaving a review on Google Maps (desktop)

• Search for the business in Google Maps. Once the place loads, scroll to the reviews section just below the business name and hours (Google Maps Help).
• Click “Write a review.” A pop-up lets you select a star rating (1–5) and add a text description. You can also upload photos or videos.
• Click “Post” to publish. Your review will appear publicly, typically within 24 hours (Google Maps Help).

Leaving a review on Google Maps (mobile app)

• Open the Google Maps app, search for the business, and tap the business name. Scroll to the “Reviews” section and tap “Write a review” (Google Maps Help (Android)).
• Tap the stars to set your rating (1 star = worst, 5 stars = best) and write your review in the text field. Optionally add photos by tapping the camera icon.
• Tap “Post” to submit. The review goes through Google’s moderation filters; spam or policy-violating content may be rejected (Google Maps Help).

Leaving a review via Google Search

• On a mobile device or desktop, search for “business name + Google review” in Google Search. Often a review card appears directly in the search results (Google Maps Help).
• Click the “Write a review” button within the card. You’ll be prompted to sign in if not already, then can rate and write.
• This shortcut bypasses Google Maps entirely and works well for quick reviews when you’re on a search page.

Tips for writing a helpful and effective review

• Be specific: mention what you ordered, the service you received, or the atmosphere. Generic “good place” reviews carry less weight for other readers.
• Keep it factual: avoid emotional language and stick to what you experienced. Google’s policies prohibit fake or misleading content (Google Maps Help).
• Include photos when relevant — listings with photos get more views.
• Don’t review a business you own or work for: that’s a policy violation and can get your reviews and account penalized.

How do I edit or delete a Google review?

Editing a review on Google Maps

• Navigate to your reviews list using any of the methods in the section above. Find the review you want to edit (Google Maps Help).
• Click or tap the three-dot menu (⋮) next to the review and select “Edit review.” You can change your star rating, text, or attached photos.
• Save your changes. The updated review appears immediately with a timestamp showing the edit date.

Deleting a review permanently

• From your reviews list, tap the three-dot menu and select “Delete review.” Confirm the deletion (Google Maps Help).
• Deleted reviews cannot be recovered. The star rating and text vanish from the business’s profile and your contributions list.
• Business owners cannot delete your review directly — only Google can remove it for policy violations. If you want a review removed that you didn’t write, you must report it (Google Maps Help).

What happens after you delete a review

• The business’s average rating recalculates without your vote. If you were the only 1-star review, the average could jump noticeably.
• Your total review count decreases. Some Google Local Guides level requirements are based on review count, so deleting many reviews can affect your level.
• If you delete a review and later want to re-review the same business, you can write a brand new review — Google doesn’t block repeat reviews as long as they are genuine.

The catch: editing or deleting is irreversible in the sense that the old review disappears. Always double-check before confirming deletion. For minor mistakes, editing is the safer route.

How do I find my Google reviews on mobile?

Finding reviews on Android (Google Maps app)

• Open the Google Maps app and tap your profile picture (top-right corner). Tap “Your contributions” then “Reviews” (Google Maps Help (Android)).
• You’ll see a scrollable list of every review you’ve written, with the most recent first. Tap any entry to view the full review and business details.
• Use the search bar at the top of the “Reviews” screen to find a specific review by business name or keyword.

Finding reviews on iPhone (Google Maps app)

• The process is identical to Android: open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, then “Your contributions” > “Reviews” (Google Maps Help).
• If you use multiple Apple IDs or Google accounts, verify you’re signed in to the correct Google account by tapping the profile icon and checking the email address shown.
• Reviews from years ago are still accessible — Google keeps your entire history unless you delete them.

Troubleshooting: if reviews don’t appear

• Make sure you’re signed in with the same Google account you used to write the reviews. Switching accounts will show a different list (Google Maps Help).
• Some reviews may be under moderation if they contain links, phone numbers, or profanity. Google’s automated filters take time; reviews typically appear within 24 hours (Google Maps Help).
• If you can’t find a specific review, try searching the business on Google Maps and checking the reviews section directly — your review might still be live but not showing in your contributions due to a sync delay.

The pattern: mobile access is the most natural for on-the-go checks. If reviews are missing, the issue is almost always account mismatch or pending moderation, not permanent loss.

Can I leave myself a Google review?

What Google’s policy says about self-reviews

• Google’s content policies explicitly prohibit posting fake engagement, including reviews for yourself, your own business, or competitors (Google Maps Help).
• Self-reviews are considered a form of spam. Google’s automated systems detect patterns like IP addresses, device IDs, and account histories to flag and remove them.
• Violating this policy can result in review removal, account restrictions, or even permanent suspension from leaving reviews.

Why you should not leave yourself a review

• Beyond the policy risk, self-reviews undermine trust. Consumers can often tell when a review is from the owner — overly positive language, lack of specifics, or reviewing multiple times.
• If discovered, the reputational damage can outweigh any short-term star bump. Google may also flag your account for suspicious activity.

Alternative ways to manage your own business profile

• If you own a business, use Google Business Profile to manage your listing, respond to reviews, and post updates (Google Business Profile Help).
• You can reply to both positive and negative reviews publicly. This demonstrates engagement and can mitigate the impact of a bad review.
• Encourage happy customers to leave reviews naturally — a simple ask via email or in-store sign works better than self-reviewing.

The upshot: self-reviewing is a dead end. The tools for business owners — profile management, review replies — are far more effective for improving your online reputation.

“Google Maps reviews and ratings help users post opinions about places they visit.”

— Google Maps Help (official documentation)

“87% of consumers read online reviews before visiting a business.”

— BrightLocal Consumer Review Survey 2024

For any Google user who has left a review, the ability to see, edit, or delete that review is straightforward once you know the right menu path. For business owners relying on reviews for local SEO, the choice is clear: encourage genuine customer feedback and respond to reviews professionally, because self-reviewing isn’t an option and deleting a review can’t be undone.

If you’ve ever wondered where all your past ratings and comments went, you can manage your Google reviews to see everything you’ve posted in one place.

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