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What is Instagram's new location feature?

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Instagram's new Maps feature allows users to share their real-time or last live location with others through the direct messages tab. The feature is off by default and only shares location with people users follow back or a custom list. Privacy and safety concerns have been raised, but users must opt in to share their location.

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Instagram's new location-sharing feature

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  • Instagram launches a new Maps feature for real-time or recent location sharing.
  • The feature is off by default and requires users to opt in before sharing location. 49s
  • Only followers or selected custom lists can see shared locations. 54s
  • Privacy and safety concerns have been raised by users and experts. 37s
  • Users are advised to check map settings and be mindful of who can view their location. 1m 12s
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CBS News
2 days ago
Instagram's new location-sharing feature

Instagram's newest update allows users to opt-in to sharing their real-time or last live location, similar to Snapchat's Snap Map, visible in the direct messages tab.

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Instagram's new location-sharing feature

Meta states Instagram Map is off by default and live location is never shared unless users turn it on. Only people you follow back or a custom list can see your location.

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Instagram's new location-sharing feature

Any content you have tagged with a location can show up on the map, even if you don't share your live location.

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Instagram's new location-sharing feature

To control your information, go to Instagram direct messages, open map settings, and set location sharing to no one if desired.

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