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What to know about Instagram Map, and how to keep it turned off

Parent company Meta says Instagram's new location-sharing feature, Instagram Map, is off by default. Here's how to check your ...

Bipartisan senators call for Instagram to shut down its new map feature, citing children's safety concerns

Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Richard Blumenthal are pushing for Instagram's new map feature to be shut down, warning it could ...
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What the Tech? Instagram Map

Instagram’s newest update adds a location-sharing map that, at first glance, seems like a fun way to connect with friends and discover new places.

Instagram’s New Maps Feature Sounds Fun—Until You Read the Fine Print

While the feature is turned off by default, you can still check for it manually and disable it just to be secure. To disable ...
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Instagram Map Explained: What it is, why it's causing a stir, and how it differs from Google Maps

While Google’s location sharing requires explicit, individual permissions and focuses on helping people get from point A to ...