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faibaswiss on January 30, 2026, 9:22 am
In Facebook Messenger, "always-on" location sharing was phased out years ago in favor of a more explicit, privacy-focused model. Currently, you cannot see a friend’s live location unless they intentionally start a 60-minute session. While the interface has changed and the icon moved behind the "+" sign, this transition ensures that users aren't tracked without their knowledge. For a detailed guide on how to navigate the current Messenger settings and see if there are any active shares, you can check here for more tips.
In Facebook Messenger, "always-on" location sharing was phased out years ago in favor of a more explicit, privacy-focused model. Currently, you cannot see a friend’s live location unless they intentionally start a 60-minute session. While the interface has changed and the icon moved behind the "+" sign, this transition ensures that users aren't tracked without their knowledge. For a detailed guide on how to navigate the current Messenger settings and see if there are any active shares, you can check here for more tips.
