Download Google Earth

Google Earth lets you explore a digital globe using satellite imagery, aerial photos, terrain, and 3D views of selected locations. You can search for places, zoom in on neighborhoods, inspect landmarks, and use Street View where imagery is available. Its Voyager section also offers guided tours and educational stories. The depth and recency of imagery vary by location, so not every area has the same level of detail.

Google Earth is free to download and use on supported Android and iOS devices. You can browse the globe, search for locations, view available imagery, and explore many guided experiences without paying for a subscription. Some advanced tools and workflows are intended for desktop versions or professional users, so the mobile app may not include every feature found elsewhere. Check your device’s app store listing for current compatibility and availability.

Google Earth generally needs an internet connection to load map imagery, 3D content, search results, and guided experiences. Areas you have recently viewed may remain temporarily available from cached data, but this is not a dependable substitute for offline maps and coverage can vary. If you expect to have limited connectivity, explore your destination beforehand, but do not rely on the app for complete offline navigation.

Google Earth may display imagery that includes homes, streets, and other private locations, depending on the coverage available for an area. You can search for an address and inspect the imagery, but the images are not necessarily live and may be outdated. Google provides a process for requesting that certain imagery be blurred, though eligibility and handling depend on the specific content and location.

You can browse Google Earth without granting location access, but allowing it can help the app show your approximate current position. The app also uses an internet connection to retrieve imagery and other content, and detailed 3D views may require a reasonably capable device and can use substantial data. Review the permission prompts and your device settings, especially if you have a limited mobile data plan.