Google Location History: See & Export Your Tracks

Google Location History (now called Timeline) records where you go whenever your device has location services on, and you can view, edit, or export that data at any time. You can see it on a map by day, month, or year, and download it as a JSON file for backup or analysis. This article explains exactly how to access your Timeline, what data it contains, how to export it, and how to control or delete it.

Formula

The calculator above works out your average pace and speed from a known time and distance. The formula for pace is:

Pace (min/km) = Time (minutes) / Distance (km)

And speed is:

Speed (km/h) = Distance (km) / (Time (minutes) / 60)

Where:

• Time (t) is the total time in minutes (e.g., 30 minutes).
• Distance (d) is the distance in kilometers (e.g., 5 km).
• Pace is the number of minutes it takes to cover one kilometer.
• Speed is the number of kilometers you cover in one hour.

This formula is the standard way to express running or cycling pace. It assumes a constant speed, which is rarely true in real life, but it gives a useful average.

Worked Example

Using the default values from the calculator (time = 30 minutes, distance = 5 km):

1. Calculate pace: 30 minutes / 5 km = 6.0 min/km.
2. Calculate speed: 5 km / (30 / 60) hours = 5 km / 0.5 hours = 10.0 km/h.

So, if you run 5 km in 30 minutes, your average pace is 6:00 per kilometer and your average speed is 10 km/h. The calculator shows the same result: pace = 6.00, speed = 10.00.

Why Use This Calculator

This calculator is useful for runners, cyclists, walkers, or anyone who has a time and distance from a workout or trip and wants to know their average pace or speed. For example, if you walked 3 km in 40 minutes, you can enter those numbers to see your pace (13.33 min/km) and speed (4.5 km/h). It helps you compare workouts, plan training, or simply satisfy curiosity. It also works for car trips or any other movement, as long as you know the time and distance.

How to Read the Result

The first output, pace, is the headline answer. A lower pace means faster (fewer minutes per kilometer). A pace of 5:00 min/km is faster than 6:00 min/km. The second output, speed, is the inverse: a higher speed means faster. Both are averages, not actual speeds at any moment. If you run intervals, your actual pace varies, but the average is a good overall measure.

Common Mistakes

• Mixing units: If you enter distance in miles but time in minutes, the pace will be in min/mile, not min/km. The calculator assumes kilometers. To convert miles to kilometers, multiply by 1.60934.
• Using seconds instead of minutes: If your time is 30 minutes and 30 seconds, you must enter 30.5 minutes, not 30.30. The calculator treats the input as a decimal number of minutes.
• Rounding too early: If you round the pace to 6 min/km and then compute speed, you might get a slightly different answer. Keep full precision until the final step.

Limitations of the Formula

The formula assumes constant speed. In reality, you slow down on hills, speed up on descents, and vary your effort. The average pace is useful, but it does not tell you about your splits or heart rate. Also, the formula only works for positive time and distance. If you enter zero distance, the result is undefined (the calculator shows “Cannot compute� due to the division by zero). For very short distances, the pace can be extremely small, which is fine mathematically but may not be realistic for human movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I see my Google Location History?

Go to myactivity.google.com/timeline while signed into your Google account. You will see a map with your location history for today. Use the calendar icon to pick a specific day, month, or year. You can also open the Google Maps app, tap your profile picture, and select “Your Timeline.�

Can I export my Location History?

Yes. On the Timeline page, click the gear icon (Settings), then select “Export timeline data.� Google will create a ZIP file containing a JSON file with all your recorded places, timestamps, and coordinates. The download link is sent to your email, and the file is available for a limited time.

Why is my Location History empty?

Location History must be turned on in your Google Account settings. If it was off in the past, there is no data. Also, if you have paused Location History, new data is not recorded. Check your device’s location settings and ensure Google apps have permission to access your location.

Can I delete individual days or all of my Location History?

Yes. On the Timeline, select a day, then click the trash icon to delete that day. To delete all history, go to myactivity.google.com, click “Delete activity by,� choose “All time,� and select “Location History.� You can also set up auto-delete to remove data older than 3, 18, or 36 months.

Is my Location History private?

Your Location History is only visible to you when you are signed into your Google account. However, Google may use this data to personalize your maps and ads, depending on your privacy settings. You can review and adjust those settings in your Google Account under “Data & privacy.�

Does Location History work without internet?

Your device records location data even when offline, but the data is uploaded to Google when you reconnect to the internet. So, you may see gaps if you were in an area with no connectivity for a long time.

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in t | Time (minutes) | min | 30 | 0
in d | Distance (km) | km | 5 | 0 | 100000
out pace | Average pace (min/km) | min/km | t / d | 2
out speed | Average speed (km/h) | km/h | d / (t / 60) | 2