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What is Google Maps?
Google Maps is Google’s web and mobile mapping service used for navigation, trip planning, and discovering places. It offers interactive maps, GPS directions, real-time traffic, and rich place details like reviews, photos, and opening hours. It’s available on the web and as an app for Android and iOS.
Google Maps & mileage tracking
Beyond everyday navigation, Google Maps can support mileage tracking through Google Maps Timeline (when Location History is enabled). Timeline keeps a private record of trips, routes, and visited places so you can review where you’ve driven. If you need a formal business mileage log, this Timeline data can be exported into mileage logging software like MileageWise to help create IRS-compliant reports without manual entry.
Tip: Make sure Location History is on, check your auto-delete settings, and back up Timeline so you don’t lose past trips before you export.
Key features at a glance
Navigation: Turn-by-turn driving, walking, biking, and public transit directions with live traffic and ETA updates.
Trip planning: Compare routes before you go and save favorite places for faster routing later.
Location history: Review past trips in Timeline and use them as a starting point for compliant mileage logs via export + import into a dedicated mileage tracker.
FAQ
Is Google Maps free to use?
Yes, Google Maps is free for personal use. However, businesses using Google Maps Platform for applications may incur API usage costs.
How does Google Maps Timeline work?
Google Maps Timeline automatically logs your visited locations and routes if location tracking is enabled on your device. You can view, edit, or delete this history anytime in your Google account settings.
Can I use Google Maps data for my mileage log?
Yes. You can export your Google Maps driving history from your Timeline and import your Google mileage into compatible mileage logging software, such as MileageWise, to generate an IRS-proof mileage log.
How do I create a mileage log without Google Timeline data?
MileageWise’s AI WIzard can reconstruct your past trips, even if your Google Maps Timeline History is missing.
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Automatic Mileage Tracker App
