Check and remove banned Instagram hashtags instantly. Improve your visibility and keep your account safe from shadowbans.
Enter your Instagram hashtags below to check if any are banned
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Prevent Instagram from limiting your reach by ensuring you only use approved hashtags that won't trigger penalties.
Boost your post visibility and engagement by removing hashtags that could restrict your content's distribution.
Get immediate feedback on your hashtags with our lightning-fast checking system. No waiting, no hassle.
Our hashtag database is regularly updated to include the latest banned Instagram hashtags for maximum accuracy.
Your hashtags are never stored or shared. Our tool works client-side for complete privacy and security.
Automatically remove all banned hashtags with a single click and copy safe ones to your clipboard.
Simple steps to ensure your Instagram hashtags are safe and effective
Paste your Instagram hashtags into the text area. You can include hashtags with or without spaces between them.
Click the "Check Hashtags" button and our system will instantly analyze your hashtags against our database of banned tags.
See which hashtags are safe and which ones are banned. The results are color-coded for easy identification.
Click "Remove Banned Hashtags" to automatically clean your list, then copy the safe hashtags to use in your Instagram posts.
Everything you need to know about HashtagSafety and banned hashtags
Banned hashtags on Instagram are tags that have been restricted or completely blocked by Instagram due to being associated with inappropriate content, spam, or violating community guidelines. Using these hashtags can lead to reduced visibility for your posts or even account penalties.
IQ hashtags and meta hashtags are advanced hashtag strategies that help optimize your Instagram reach. IQ hashtags are intelligently selected tags based on engagement patterns and audience behavior, while meta hashtags are strategic combinations that work well together for specific niches. Our database helps you identify and use these powerful hashtag combinations effectively.
It can be difficult to know if you're using banned hashtags without a tool like HashtagSafety. The most common signs include a sudden drop in engagement, your posts not appearing in hashtag searches, or receiving notifications about community guideline violations. Our tool makes it easy to check your hashtags before posting.
Using banned hashtags can result in what's commonly known as a "shadowban," where Instagram limits the visibility of your content without notifying you. Your posts may only be shown to your existing followers and won't appear in hashtag searches, significantly reducing your reach and engagement. In severe cases, it can lead to account warnings or restrictions.
We regularly update our database to keep track of the latest hashtags that Instagram has banned or restricted. Our team monitors changes in Instagram's policies and community feedback to ensure our database remains as current and accurate as possible.
Yes, HashtagSafety is completely free to use! We believe in helping Instagram users protect their accounts and improve their social media strategy without any cost barriers.
Instagram allows up to 30 hashtags per post, but current best practices suggest using 15-20 relevant hashtags for optimal engagement. Quality is more important than quantity – focus on using a mix of popular, niche, and branded hashtags that are relevant to your content.