Among other enhancements, Instagram is launching a new feature that allows users to send direct messages (DMs) to friends and family in their current location. Users can share their location in real-time for up to an hour with this service, which is presently only available in a few countries. To aid in planning, users can pin a particular spot on a map, like a restaurant or meeting spot.  

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Whether it’s a group chat or a one-on-one conversation, it’s crucial to remember that live location sharing is entirely private and only accessible by those in the particular direct message. Users have complete flexibility over when and with whom they share their location, and the option is turned off by default. 

Instagram has taken many steps to protect user security and privacy. A prominent notice will show at the top of the chat window to inform users that they are sharing their real-time location. Users can discontinue broadcasting their location anytime, regardless of the one-hour time limit. 

Additionally, Instagram is adding 17 new sticker packs with more than 300 brand-new stickers to liven up your direct messages. Since Meta understands that sometimes words can’t adequately convey feelings and concepts, these new stickers are made to do so. You may now effortlessly reuse stickers from your chats by making them your favorites. 

Instagram users can alter chat names to customize their direct message experience further. You may personalize and enjoy conversations by giving yourself and your friends nicknames. These nicknames will not impact your public username; they are only used in direct messages. 

Your nickname is entirely up to you. You can choose who can make changes within a particular chat and alter it whenever you’d like. You can keep your nickname private, but anyone you follow can change it by default.