Instagram 's newest feature, Map , is making waves — and not in the way the platform intended. The opt-in feature , which allows users to share their location in real-time with their followers or Close Friends list , is being widely criticized by creators and everyday users who fear the feature could compromise their safety.

On social media, confusion has morphed into panic. Users are flooding Instagram, Threads, and X with warnings to "turn off" Instagram Map , believing the app is broadcasting their live location to followers, or worse, strangers.

So, is Instagram sharing your location without your consent? According to Instagram head Adam Mosseri , the answer is no. He says it's all just a misunderstanding.

"Best we can tell, most of what's happening is people are tagging

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