How to Convert a Google Maps Link to Apple Maps on iPhone

Someone sent you a Google Maps link on your iPhone? Convert it to Apple Maps in seconds with these methods -- no app install needed.

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How GoToAppleMaps converts any Google Maps link to Apple Maps: paste the link, the tool resolves and parses it, matches in Apple Maps, and outputs a direct Apple Maps link.

The problem: Google Maps links on iPhone

When you receive a Google Maps link in iMessage, WhatsApp, or email on your iPhone, tapping it either opens the Google Maps app (if installed) or Safari. Even if Apple Maps is your default, Google Maps links bypass it completely because they point to google.com.

Convert using Safari on iPhone

Open the Google Maps link in Safari. Copy the URL from the address bar. Open GoToAppleMaps Quick Convert in Safari, paste the URL, and tap Convert. You'll get an Apple Maps link that opens directly in Apple Maps on your iPhone.

Convert using the GoToAppleMaps iOS app

Install GoToAppleMaps from the App Store. It adds a share sheet extension -- when you long-press a Google Maps link, tap Share, then tap GoToAppleMaps. The place opens in Apple Maps instantly.

Set Apple Maps as your default on iPhone

On iOS 18+, go to Settings > Apps > Default Apps and set Apple Maps for navigation. This makes links from Messages and Mail prefer Apple Maps, though Google Maps links still need conversion since they're web URLs to google.com.

Ready to convert?

Use GoToAppleMaps to convert your Google Maps links to Apple Maps in seconds — free, private, no signup.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to install the GoToAppleMaps app?

No. The web tool at gotoapplemaps.com works in Safari without any install. The app adds share sheet convenience.

Does this work on older iPhones?

Yes. The web converter works on any iPhone with Safari. The iOS app requires iOS 17 or later.

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