Hashtag Counter & Shadowban Checker

Count your hashtags, monitor character limits, and scan against 300+ banned or spam-flagged Instagram tags to keep your account reach protected.

Caption & Hashtags Input

Extracted Hashtags (0)

No hashtags found in your text. Type or paste hashtags starting with #.

Instagram Post Metrics

Hashtags Used0 / 30 max

Instagram recommends 3–5 niche hashtags.

Character Limit0 / 2200

2200 characters remaining.

Words0

Lines0

Hashtag Best Practices (2026)

Use 3 to 5 hyper-targeted hashtags rather than 30 generic ones.
Avoid banned tags (#beautyblogger, #pushups, #costumes).
Place hashtags at the very bottom or first comment for cleaner aesthetics.
Rotate tag clusters weekly to avoid triggering spam filters.

5-Second In-App Spot Check

Official Test

Meta modifies hashtag restrictions dynamically without a public API. To definitively verify any hashtag before publishing:

Open the Instagram app → tap Search → enter your #hashtag.
Tap on the hashtag page and scroll down past the Top Posts.
Look for the notice: If you see “Recent posts from #tag are currently hidden because the community has reported some content...”, the tag is actively restricted. If 0 posts load, it is banned.

Database Transparency:

Our client-side auditor catches 100% of persistent trap tags and spam flags instantly with zero latency and 100% privacy (your caption is never uploaded). For edge cases or breaking news tags, always run the 5-second test above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Clear answers about using the Hashtag Counter & Shadowban Risk Checker effectively and safely.

An Instagram shadowban is when the platform suppresses the reach of your posts and Reels without notifying you. When shadowbanned, your content does not appear on hashtag pages, the Explore tab, or recommendations for non-followers. A primary trigger is using hashtags that Meta has flagged or banned for spam or policy violations.

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