To see people's location on Instagram, here are some ways you can do it:

1. Check "About This Account":
   • Go to the person's Instagram profile.
   • Tap the three dots in the top right corner.
   • Select "About This Account."
   • This shows the country or region where the account is based if the person has allowed it to be shown.
2. Look for Location Tags in Posts or Stories:
   • Some users tag locations in their posts or stories.
   • By viewing these tagged locations, you can get an idea of where they might be located, such as a city, venue, or region.
3. Location Sharing in Direct Messages:
   • People can share their live or specific locations with friends via Instagram direct messages if they choose to.
4. New Instagram Map Feature (as of August 2025):
   • Instagram launched a new map feature where users can opt-in to share their real-time location with selected friends.
   • You can see this map in your DM box if users have chosen to share their location.
   • This location sharing is private and under the user's control, and you must be allowed to see it.

Important notes:

• Instagram does not provide real-time GPS tracking unless the user shares their location.
• Location info is visible only if shared publicly or with you by the user.
• You cannot see exact GPS coordinates or precise addresses unless shared by the user.
• For private accounts, location info is only available to approved followers if shared.

In summary, you can see someone's location on Instagram only if they share it through their account info, posts, stories, or direct messages, or if they use the new location-sharing map feature and share it with you.