Hashtag Freshness Check
PROScan my hashtag lists to detect banned, dead, and shadowban-triggering tags on Instagram and TikTok. Get safe alternatives and optimal mix recommendations.
Example Usage
“I’m about to post a photo of my home office setup. Please scan this list of hashtags and tell me if any are banned, dead, or likely to limit my reach: #desk #workfromhome #apple #setup #beautyblogger #interiordesign #followback #officeinspo. Suggest safer alternatives for any bad ones.”
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Suggested Customization
| Description | Default | Your Value |
|---|---|---|
| Target platform (instagram, tiktok, linkedin, x) | instagram | |
| high = flag potential/temporary bans; low = flag only permanently banned | high | |
| My content niche for relevance analysis | general | |
| Maximum hashtags I plan to use | 30 | |
| Minimum volume for a tag to be considered active | 10000 |
Research Sources
This skill was built using research from these authoritative sources:
- Instagram 'Recent' Tab Update (Reddit Discussion) Critical discussion confirming removal of Recent tab, effectively killing many hashtags for small creators
- MetaHashtags Banned List Searchable database of currently banned and restricted Instagram hashtags
- Adam Mosseri on Hashtags Official context from Instagram head stating hashtags do not significantly increase reach
- Preview App: Banned List Guide Comprehensive categorized list of banned tags including surprising ones like #desk and #elevator
- TikTok Banned Words/Tags (Reddit) Community-compiled list of words and tags that trigger TikTok shadowban filters
- Boost App Social Blog Up-to-date guide on avoiding shadowbans and fresh hashtag strategies
- Hootsuite Hashtag Guide Best practices for 2024/2025 defining the shift from quantity to quality