How to add a photo to a Google review (Android, iPhone, and desktop)

Adding a photo to a Google review takes under 60 seconds.

Photos make reviews more trustworthy, more useful to other customers, and more visible in Google Maps.

This guide covers exactly how to do it on Android, iPhone, and desktop, plus how to add photos to a review you’ve already posted.

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How to add a photo to a Google review on Android

Step 1: Sign in to your Google account

Open the Google Maps app on your Android device. Make sure you’re signed in to your Google account. Tap your profile icon in the top right corner to verify. You must be signed in to write a review or add photos.

Step 2: Search for the business

Type the business name in the search bar and tap on it to open its profile. Scroll down past the overview to find the Reviews section.

Step 3: Start writing your review

Tap Write a review. Select your star rating and type your review text. Below the text box you’ll see a camera icon. Tap it to open your photo gallery or take a new photo with your camera. You can add up to 10 photos per review.

Step 4: Post your review with photos

Once you’ve selected your photos, they’ll appear as thumbnails above the text box. Tap Post to publish. Your review and photos will appear publicly on Google Maps within a few minutes.

The steps on iPhone are nearly identical. Google Maps works the same way on both platforms.

Also check: How to create and share your Google review link

How to add a photo to a Google review on desktop (PC or Mac)

Step 1: Start the review process

Open Google Maps in your browser at maps.google.com and sign in to your Google account.

Search for the business, click its name to open the profile, scroll down to the Reviews section, and click Write a review.

Step 2: Upload pictures from your computer

Select your star rating and write your review. Click the camera icon or Add photos button below the text box. A file browser will open.

Select photos from your computer. Hold Ctrl (Windows) or Cmd (Mac) to select multiple photos at once. Click Post to publish.

You can also find the Write a review button through Google Search. Search the business name, find the profile panel on the right side, and click Write a review from there.

How to add a photo to an existing Google review

Already posted a review and forgot to add photos? Google lets you edit any review you’ve written and attach photos at any time.

Step 1: Go to your Google profile or contributions

Open Google Maps on your phone. Tap your profile photo in the top right corner.

From the menu, tap Your Google Profile or Your Contributions.

Step 2: Access your contributions and find the review

Tap Reviews to see all the reviews you’ve written. Scroll to find the review you want to update.

Tap the three dots next to it and select Edit review.

Step 3: Use the Add Photos feature

On the edit screen, tap the camera icon to add photos. Select images from your gallery or take new ones.

Tap Post to save your updated review.

Your changes will appear publicly within a few minutes.

On desktop (editing an existing review):

1. Go to maps.google.com and sign in
2. Click the menu icon in the top left corner
3. Click Your contributions, then Reviews
4. Find the review and click the three dots next to it
5. Click Edit review
6. Click the camera icon to add your photos
7. Click Post to save your changes

Also check: How to respond to Google reviews: templates for every type (2026)

How to delete a photo from a Google review

You can only remove photos from reviews that you wrote yourself. Here’s how on mobile and desktop.

On Android or iPhone:

1. Open Google Maps and go to Your contributions, then Reviews
2. Find the review with the photo you want to remove
3. Tap the three dots and select Edit review
4. Tap the photo thumbnail you want to delete
5. Tap the trash icon and confirm removal
6. Tap Post to save changes

On desktop:

1. Go to your contributions in Google Maps
2. Find the review and click Edit review
3. Click the photo thumbnail you want to remove
4. Click the delete icon and confirm
5. Click Post to update

Deleted photos cannot be recovered. Google may take a few minutes to hide them from public view after deletion.

How can businesses remove fake Google review images?

If a photo on your Google Business Profile violates Google’s guidelines, fake content, offensive material, spam, or images that don’t represent a genuine experience, you can flag it for removal.

Step 1: Open Google Maps and find the review

Go to your Google Business Profile on Google Maps. Find the review that contains the photo you want to report.

Step 2: Flag the photo

Click the three dots next to the review and select Flag as inappropriate. Choose the most accurate reason: spam, off-topic, conflict of interest, or offensive content. Google typically reviews flagged content within 5-20 business days.

Step 3: What to expect after reporting

Google will review the flagged content and notify you of its decision. If the photo violates policies, it will be removed. If the report is declined, you can escalate through Google Business Profile support with screenshots and documentation as evidence.

Respond professionally in the meantime

While waiting for Google’s decision, respond calmly and professionally to the review. State that you couldn’t verify the experience and that you’ve reported the content to Google.

Future customers reading the thread will see that you handle disputes professionally.

Why can’t I add photos to my Google review?

If the photo upload isn’t working, here are the most common reasons and fixes.

1. You’re not signed in to your Google account

You must be logged in to post a review or add photos.

Tap your profile icon in the top right and sign in before trying again.

2. The photo format isn’t supported

Google accepts JPG, PNG, and HEIC formats.

Convert other formats using your phone’s built-in editor or a free converter tool.

3. The file size is too large

Individual photos must be under 75MB.

Reduce the resolution or file size before uploading.

4. The app needs updating

An outdated Google Maps app can cause upload issues.

Go to the App Store or Google Play and install any available updates.

5. Poor internet connection

Photo uploads require a stable connection.

Switch from mobile data to Wi-Fi or vice versa if the upload is failing.

6. The photo was rejected by Google

Google automatically filters photos with offensive content, spam, or text overlays.

Try a different photo to check if the issue is file-specific.

7. Photo not showing after upload

New photos can take up to 30 minutes to appear publicly.

If it’s been over 24 hours, the photo may have been filtered for a policy violation.

Combine multiple photos for a full story

Google allows up to 10 photos per review. The most useful photo reviews don’t just show one image. They tell a story.

A restaurant reviewer might add a photo of the exterior, the table setting, the dish they ordered, and the dessert. A service customer might add a before-and-after pair.

Multiple photos increase the visibility of your review in Google Maps. Reviews with more images tend to surface more prominently when other users browse the business’s photo section. They also give future customers a far more complete picture of what to expect.

Google review photo guidelines

• Accepted formats: JPG, PNG, HEIC
• Maximum file size: 75MB per photo
• Maximum photos per review: 10
• Must reflect a genuine experience: Photos should show the actual business, product, food, or service you reviewed
• No offensive content: No adult content, violence, or hate speech
• No spam or promotional material: No logos, watermarks, or contact information overlaid on photos
• No screenshots: Photos must be original images, not screenshots of other reviews or websites
• No private information: Don’t include photos that show someone’s private address, license plates, or personal documents

Why photo reviews matter for businesses

From a business perspective, photo reviews are some of the most valuable feedback you can receive. They provide visual proof that real customers visited and had a genuine experience, which builds trust more effectively than text alone.

Google Business Profiles with photos get 42% more requests for directions and 35% more website clicks than those without. When customer photos appear alongside reviews, they add fresh, authentic visual content that your business photos can’t replicate.

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Start adding photos to your Google reviews today

Adding photos to Google reviews is one of the simplest things a customer can do to make their feedback more useful. And from a business perspective, it’s one of the highest-trust signals a profile can have.

If you’re a customer, the next time you leave a review, add at least one photo. It takes 10 extra seconds and makes your review significantly more visible and helpful to others.

If you’re a business owner, make it easy for your customers to leave photo reviews by sending a direct review link immediately after every positive experience.

The easier the process, the more photos you’ll collect, and the stronger your Google Business Profile becomes over time.