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Google Maps Timeline (Location History)
Google Maps Timeline, also known as Location History, is a feature within Google Maps that records the routes you travel and the places you visit, as long as location tracking is enabled on your device. It provides a personalized map of your movements, showing where you’ve been on specific dates and how you got there (car, bike, walking, public transport).
The Timeline is private and viewable only to you when signed in to your Google account. You can edit, delete, or download this data at any time. For mileage tracking, Google Maps Timeline can be a valuable source of trip data, especially for self-employed individuals, gig workers, or business drivers who need accurate records for tax deductions or reimbursements.
MileageWise is currently the only mileage tracker on the market capable of importing Google Maps Timeline data directly from your mobile device and converting it into IRS-compliant mileage logs — saving you hours of manual entry while ensuring your records meet audit standards.
Key Features of Google Maps Timeline:
Tracks routes, distances, and modes of transport.
Stores travel history securely in your Google account.
Allows edits and deletions for accuracy.
Data can be exported for use in mileage tracking software.
FAQ
Yes. “Timeline” is the visual display of your stored Location History in Google Maps.
By default, Location History can store data indefinitely, but you can set it to auto-delete after 3, 18, or 36 months.
Yes, if your mileage tracker can import and format it to meet IRS requirements. MileageWise can take your Timeline data and create an IRS-proof mileage log in minutes.
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