How to Turn Location Off On Instagram? (2025)

Summary;

Turning off Instagram’s location sharing in 2025 is easier than ever, but it’s important to know the difference between app-based and device-based settings. Whether you’re looking to stay off the map or simply want more control over your privacy, this guide will show you how to disable location access on Instagram step by step.

How to Disable Instagram Location Sharing from the App

Instagram’s new Map feature allows real-time location sharing with friends, but it’s optional. Here’s how to turn it off directly from the app:

1. Open the Instagram app on your phone.
2. Tap the Messages (DM) icon in the top right corner.
3. Tap the Map icon at the top of the inbox screen.
4. Tap the Settings (⚙️) icon in the top right.
5. Under Location Sharing, select “No One” or choose specific people you don’t want to share with.
6. Tap Update to confirm.

Your location will no longer be shared through the Instagram Map feature. If it was previously active, it will also disappear after 24 hours if the app hasn’t been opened.

Turning Off Location Access from iPhone Settings

To completely block Instagram from accessing your location at the device level:

1. Exit the Instagram app and open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap Privacy & Security > Location Services.
3. Scroll down and select Instagram.
4. Choose Never to completely prevent Instagram from using your location.
   • Alternatively, you can choose While Using the App if you want limited access.

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This ensures that Instagram won’t be able to use your device’s GPS, even when the app is running.

How to Stop Appearing on Instagram Maps

If you’re currently showing up on Instagram Maps and want to disappear:

1. Open the Instagram app and go to the Messages tab.
2. Tap the Map at the top.
3. Select the Settings icon.
4. Set your sharing preference to “No One” or disable location entirely.
5. You’ll be removed from the Map view, and others will no longer see your location.

Note: Your last known location will vanish after 24 hours if the app isn’t opened again.

How to Revoke Instagram’s Background Location Tracking

Instagram may update your location when the app runs in the background. To stop this:

1. Open iPhone Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services.
2. Tap Instagram.
3. Choose “Ask Next Time Or When I Share” to avoid background tracking.
4. Or, select “Never” to block it completely.

This prevents passive location updates without your direct consent.

Managing Who Can See Your Location on Instagram

Want to share location with only trusted people, or no one at all?

1. Open Instagram and go to the Map via Messages.
2. Tap Settings (⚙️).
3. Choose your sharing audience:
   • Close Friends
   • Followers You Follow Back
   • Selected Friends
   • No One
4. You can also exclude specific people, even if they’re in your chosen audience.
5. Tap Update to save your preferences.

This gives you full control over who can view your real-time location.

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