Google Home Assistant can set location-based reminders, helping you stay organized by notifying you to complete tasks when you arrive at or leave a specific location.

These reminders work via your smartphone and require Google Assistant to be set up on your device.

Here’s how to create them.

Step 1: Enable Google Assistant on Your Phone

1. Ensure that Google Assistant is enabled on your Android or iPhone.
   • For Android:
     • Open the Google Assistant app or press and hold the home button.
   • For iPhone:
     • Download the Google Assistant app from the App Store.
2. Sign in with the same Google account used on your Google Home devices.

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Step 2: Turn On Location Permissions

1. Open your phone’s Settings.
2. Navigate to Google Assistant or the Google app.
3. Grant location access to allow reminders based on your whereabouts.
   • Choose “Allow All the Time” for accurate tracking.

Step 3: Set a Location-Based Reminder

1. Using Voice Commands

• Say:
  • “Hey Google, remind me to buy groceries when I get to the store.”
  • “Hey Google, remind me to water the plants when I get home.”
• Google Assistant will confirm the reminder and use your phone’s location to trigger it.

2. Using the Google Home App

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap your profile icon > Reminders > + Add Reminder.
3. Enter the task, and tap Location to choose a place (e.g., home, work, or a custom address).
4. Save the reminder.

Step 4: Manage and View Reminders

1. Check Active Reminders
   • Say: “Hey Google, what are my reminders?”
   • Or view them in the Google Home app under Reminders.
2. Cancel or Edit Reminders
   • Say: “Hey Google, cancel my reminder for [task].”
   • Or use the app to make changes.

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Step 5: Triggering the Reminder

When you enter or leave the specified location, Google Assistant on your phone will notify you with a reminder. Ensure your phone is connected to the internet and has location services enabled.

Quick FAQs

1. Can Google Home Speakers Trigger Location-Based Reminders?

No, location-based reminders are triggered on your smartphone, not Google Home devices.

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2. Do I Need Wi-Fi for Location-Based Reminders?

No, but your phone must have mobile data and GPS enabled.

3. Can I Use Custom Locations?

Yes, you can set reminders for any address by specifying it during setup.

4. What If the Reminder Doesn’t Trigger?

Ensure location permissions are enabled, and your phone’s GPS is turned on.

5. Do Location-Based Reminders Work for Family Members?

No, these reminders are linked to your Google account and work only on your smartphone.

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Conclusion

Creating location-based reminders with Google Home Assistant is a convenient way to stay on top of tasks tied to specific places. By enabling location permissions and syncing your phone with Google Assistant, you can automate reminders to make your life easier and more organised.