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Instagram's new Map feature, which allows users to share and view live locations, has sparked privacy and safety concerns despite being opt-in and off by default. Users and officials have expressed fears about stalking and unintended location exposure, prompting Meta to promise improvements and clearer explanations.
Instagram has launched a new Map feature that allows users to share and discover location-based content, but it is opt-in and users must explicitly choose to share their location. The feature pulls in location tags from Stories and Reels, and users can control who sees their location through privacy settings. Location updates only occur when the app is open or running in the background, not in real-time, and users can adjust their sharing preferences easily. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding how the feature works to protect privacy.
Instagram is launching a new 'Instagram Map' feature to compete with Snapchat's Snap Map, allowing users to share locations and discover location-based content, with default off and limited real-time sharing. It also introduces reposts for reels and posts, and a global 'Friends' tab in Reels, expanding content sharing and discovery options. The features aim to enhance social coordination and content engagement on the platform.