Instagram today announced several updates for direct messages on its platform, including location sharing, nicknames, new sticker packs, and more.

Headlining the updates today (Nov 26) is the ability for users to share their live location via DMs. According to a Newsroom post, Instagram states you can share your location "privately" in one-on-one and group chat DM threads. The platform states your shared location in a chat will "disappear after one hour."

Instagram is enhancing Direct Messaging with new features like location sharing, custom nicknames, and a wider selection of stickers. These updates aim to improve user interaction and offer more personalized communication options within the platform.