Why can't we see each other on the map on minecraft?

In minecraft, players cannot see each other on the map because the in-game map only displays the terrain and structures, not the players. To see other players, you can use features like markers or waypoints through mods or server plugins, but the default map functionality is designed to focus solely on the environment. Additionally, if you're playing in a multiplayer server, player visibility may depend on server settings or permissions.