{"id":6253,"date":"2024-06-24T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/?p=6253"},"modified":"2025-04-10T00:38:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T07:38:26","slug":"how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth","title":{"rendered":"How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram Follower Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Learning how to find the best hashtags for Instagram will help you improve the follower growth rate. There is a large number of potential hashtags you can search for, and many tools exist to help you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll reveal the top strategies for finding hashtags for any niche. Also, any hashtag strategy can help businesses get more customers and improve sales. Hence, you can justify spending money on hashtag research to receive the best options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading to learn how to find the best hashtags to use for Instagram!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"854\" src=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/jon-tyson-5KKglNl852A-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram Follower Growth\" class=\"wp-image-6254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/jon-tyson-5KKglNl852A-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/jon-tyson-5KKglNl852A-unsplash-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/jon-tyson-5KKglNl852A-unsplash-18x24.jpg 18w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/jon-tyson-5KKglNl852A-unsplash-27x36.jpg 27w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/jon-tyson-5KKglNl852A-unsplash-36x48.jpg 36w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3fe746c185\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d3fe746c185\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#How_Do_Hashtags_Work_on_Instagram\" >How Do Hashtags Work on Instagram?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#How_To_Use_Hashtags_on_Instagram\" >How To Use Hashtags on Instagram<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#Advantages_of_Using_Trending_Hashtags_on_Instagram\" >Advantages of Using Trending Hashtags on Instagram<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#How_To_Find_the_Best_Instagram_Hashtags_for_Your_Business\" >How To Find the Best Instagram Hashtags for Your Business<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#1_Understand_Your_Audience\" >1. Understand Your Audience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#2_Search_for_Relevant_Hashtags\" >2. Search for Relevant Hashtags<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#3_Optimize_Your_Hashtag_Strategy\" >3. Optimize Your Hashtag Strategy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#4_Add_Branded_Hashtags\" >4. Add Branded Hashtags<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#Top_3_Methods_To_Find_Popular_Hashtags_on_Instagram\" >Top 3 Methods To Find Popular Hashtags on Instagram<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#1_Find_Popular_Topics\" >1. Find Popular Topics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#2_Hashtags_Generator_Tools\" >2. Hashtags Generator Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#3_Niche_Competitor_Research\" >3. Niche Competitor Research&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-find-the-best-hashtags-for-instagram-follower-growth\/#How_To_Find_the_Best_Hashtags_for_Instagram_for_Free\" >How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram for Free<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Hashtags_Work_on_Instagram\"><\/span>How Do Hashtags Work on Instagram?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you trying to figure out <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-do-hashtags-work-on-instagram-to-get-more-followers\">how do hashtags work on Instagram<\/a>? You can place hashtags on content, which increases its discoverability. Users can find our content by searching for these hashtags.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some hashtags receive more search volume than others, depending on their popularity. Therefore, you must uncover the popular hashtags for the best approach. This ensures that you\u2019re able to maximize the amount of traffic your content receives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_Hashtags_on_Instagram\"><\/span>How To Use Hashtags on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you want to know <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/how-to-use-hashtags-on-instagram-and-make-engagement-soar\">how to use hashtags for Instagram<\/a>? The process is simple, and there\u2019s a lot of optimization, which means you can always work on improvements. You must start by researching the top-performing hashtags in your niche or industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do this with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/help.instagram.com\/1533933820244654\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram Insights<\/a>, which you can access with a professional account. Ideally, you will find a bunch of hashtags with high search volume to help drive traffic to your content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have the hashtags, you must add them to your content. You\u2019ll need to use the hash icon (#) followed by the hashtag name. An example of a hashtag is #testhashtag.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll share the best practices for how you can find and use hashtags to develop a comprehensive strategy. Therefore, you can get more traffic than your competitors and promote Instagram growth.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ohtilly-t3DHojIo-08-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram Follower Growth, image \u21162\" class=\"wp-image-6255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ohtilly-t3DHojIo-08-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ohtilly-t3DHojIo-08-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ohtilly-t3DHojIo-08-unsplash-16x24.jpg 16w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ohtilly-t3DHojIo-08-unsplash-24x36.jpg 24w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ohtilly-t3DHojIo-08-unsplash-32x48.jpg 32w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Using_Trending_Hashtags_on_Instagram\"><\/span>Advantages of Using Trending Hashtags on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many reasons why using trending hashtags on Instagram is an excellent idea. In this section, we\u2019ll share the top reasons to add them to your strategy to get the most traffic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Top advantages of trending Instagram hashtags:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Surge in traffic<\/strong>: You\u2019ll receive a massive boost in traffic from taking advantage of the trending hashtags. That\u2019s because they will be popular, and many users on the platform will search for them. This is especially true if you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/hashtags-for-instagram-reels-still-work-this-is-how\">hashtags for Instagram Reels<\/a>. However, the surge in traffic might be short since trends can quickly expire.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Higher engagement<\/strong>: You may notice that trending topics get a higher level of engagement. That\u2019s because it\u2019s something new, and people are naturally interested in the subject. Hence, trending topics can generate some of the more effective hashtags for improving engagement.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay relevant<\/strong>: Take the time to research trending topics, and you\u2019ll showcase your ability to stay relevant. Users pay attention to the updates of the accounts they follow. Hence, you must impress followers who want to know about the trends. With this strategy, you can be a news source for the top trends and receive an active user base.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Competitive edge: <\/strong>Ensuring you quickly leverage trending hashtags can give you a competitive advantage. Therefore, you can get traffic over competitors who are slower to react. Some users only follow accounts that can provide trends the fastest.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand awareness and growth<\/strong>: You can gain followers when more users discover your posts through trending hashtags. It\u2019s a viable strategy to take your Instagram follower count to new heights.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Find_the_Best_Instagram_Hashtags_for_Your_Business\"><\/span>How To Find the Best Instagram Hashtags for Your Business<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you interested in learning how to find the best Instagram hashtags for your business? We\u2019ll reveal the four best approaches for businesses to get more customers on social media platforms like Instagram.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, you can reach your <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/instagram-target-audience-your-community-is-waiting\">Instagram target audience<\/a> with high accuracy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Understand_Your_Audience\"><\/span>1. Understand Your Audience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To determine the relevant hashtags, you must understand what your audience wants. You\u2019ll need to conduct market research to determine the type of content they search for on social media platforms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, you can look at what type of audiences consume your competitor&#8217;s content. You need to start with competitors that have a massive overlap with your target audience. For example, competitors with the same products might offer identical solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/pexels-pixabay-270271.jpg\" alt=\"How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram Follower Growth, image \u21163\" class=\"wp-image-6258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/pexels-pixabay-270271.jpg 640w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/pexels-pixabay-270271-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/pexels-pixabay-270271-24x18.jpg 24w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/pexels-pixabay-270271-36x27.jpg 36w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/pexels-pixabay-270271-48x36.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Search_for_Relevant_Hashtags\"><\/span>2. Search for Relevant Hashtags<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find relevant hashtags to improve the quality of your strategy in several ways. Here are some of the top ones for your consideration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Instagram\u2019s search function<\/strong>: Use the built-in Instagram search bar to type industry-related terms. This will reveal the highly-searched hashtags you can add to your marketing campaign.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hashtag tools<\/strong>: You can use many hashtag tools to simplify the process. These come with extra features like AI-based suggestions. Some notable tools include All Hashtag, RiteTag, and Hashtagify. However, you must complete payment to use these tools to their full potential.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Competitor hashtags<\/strong>: Your competitors may have already done the hard work of locating the best hashtags for your niche. You can take advantage of their research by looking at the hashtags they use and adding them to your content. However, make sure that you also add unique hashtags since that allows you to stand out.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Optimize_Your_Hashtag_Strategy\"><\/span>3. Optimize Your Hashtag Strategy&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have many high-quality hashtags, you\u2019ll need to add them to your content correctly. Firstly, make sure that you only add relevant hashtags. This ensures incoming traffic engages with the content, positively impacting the <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/instagrams-algorithm-beat-the-system-to-boost-visibility\">Instagram algorithm<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, choosing the right number of hashtags is important to avoid adding too much clutter to posts. A good starting number is around 4-7 hashtags, and it also depends on the length of each one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you\u2019ll need to place the hashtag in the correct location within the caption. This depends on what content you add to the caption and the relevancy of the hashtag. However, if there\u2019s no natural place to place the hashtags in the caption, you can add them at the end.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Add_Branded_Hashtags\"><\/span>4. Add Branded Hashtags<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram-branded hashtags are custom hashtags you can create after opening a business account. They are an excellent way to stand out in your niche and take just a few minutes to create.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the top advantages of Instagram-branded hashtags:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brand awareness<\/strong>: Branded hashtags make it easier for users to discover your content, which can lead to higher brand recognition. This is especially important if you don&#8217;t have much of a brand presence outside of Instagram. Additionally, a unique hashtag reinforces your brand identity and messaging across different posts and campaigns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community building<\/strong>: You\u2019ll encourage users to engage with your brand by using your hashtag, creating a sense of community and fostering brand loyalty. You may also promote the collection and display of <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/user-generated-content-your-customers-do-the-work-for-you\">user-generated content (UGC)<\/a>. This showcases real-life uses of your product or service and enhances authenticity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Promotion<\/strong>: The right Instagram-branded hashtags can improve the quality of your promotional efforts. Additionally, you can take part in cross-promotion to enhance your approach. This includes using hashtags <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/which-social-media-platform-pays-the-most-for-your-content\">on other social media platforms<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/influencer-marketing-platforms-navigating-an-ig-marketplace\">marketing channels<\/a> to maintain consistency.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improved reach<\/strong>: These hashtags will help a broader audience find your content. As a knock-on effect, you may attract users who are specifically interested in your brand, leading to a more targeted and relevant audience base. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content organization<\/strong>: Using branded hashtags helps organize your content. This makes it easier for followers to find specific posts about a campaign, product, or event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sara-kurfess-YddMIRck34I-unsplash-2.jpg\" alt=\"How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram Follower Growth, image \u21164\" class=\"wp-image-6257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sara-kurfess-YddMIRck34I-unsplash-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sara-kurfess-YddMIRck34I-unsplash-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sara-kurfess-YddMIRck34I-unsplash-2-24x16.jpg 24w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sara-kurfess-YddMIRck34I-unsplash-2-36x24.jpg 36w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sara-kurfess-YddMIRck34I-unsplash-2-48x32.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_3_Methods_To_Find_Popular_Hashtags_on_Instagram\"><\/span>Top 3 Methods To Find Popular Hashtags on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you after only the popular hashtags on Instagram? You may only want to go after the most popular ones to get the biggest effect from your post. This ensures you don\u2019t run into <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/instagram-hashtags-not-working-we-can-tell-you-why\">Instagram hashtags that don\u2019t work<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you\u2019ll need to research them using various methods, such as the three listed below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Find_Popular_Topics\"><\/span>1. Find Popular Topics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can focus on uncovering the popular topics on Instagram and then inspect the related hashtags. For example, you can look at other social media websites or watch the news. Also, you can focus on industry-related blogs to see what popular topics others are covering.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, you can use hashtags depending on the nature of the topics. This strategy allows for a natural way to do content and hashtag research at the same time. Ideally, you will build up a portfolio of places where you research popular topics to increase the speed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hashtags_Generator_Tools\"><\/span>2. Hashtags Generator Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use hashtag generator tools to find the most popular options in your niche. There are several advantages to using these tools, which are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Time-saving and efficiency<\/strong>: These tools quickly generate a list of hashtags based on your keywords or content. This saves you time, as it might take hours to research the same information. Additionally, some tools provide automated suggestions, which reduces the effort required to brainstorm and identify effective hashtags.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Popular hashtags<\/strong>: Choose the right generation tool, and they may provide the option to filter hashtags based on popularity. Therefore, you can eliminate the hashtags with little to no value.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Relevance and accuracy<\/strong>: Generator tools help you avoid using hashtags that will not serve your audience. This mistake is easy to make as a beginner or if you are unsure of what your audience wants. However, a good-quality tool ensures you can filter hashtags based on various parameters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analytics<\/strong>: You can find hashtag generation tools that track performance. Therefore, you can figure out what hashtags are worth keeping and getting rid of for better ones.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content strategy enhancement<\/strong>: The generation tools can suggest related hashtags that can inspire new content ideas and help you join trending conversations. This assists in planning hashtag strategies for specific campaigns. Therefore, you\u2019ll have a cohesive and targeted approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Niche_Competitor_Research\"><\/span>3. Niche Competitor Research&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can research the top competitors in your niche to find a variety of hashtags with a minimal amount of effort. This ensures you can target the same potential followers and customers as competitors. It\u2019s a great way to fight for market share on a competitive social media platform.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The number of niche hashtags you can find varies, but they are usually a good starting point. Consider researching long-tail hashtags since they tend to be less competitive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/george-pagan-iii-PsifAN6_z-k-unsplash-1.jpg\" alt=\"How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram Follower Growth, image \u21165\" class=\"wp-image-6259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/george-pagan-iii-PsifAN6_z-k-unsplash-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/george-pagan-iii-PsifAN6_z-k-unsplash-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/george-pagan-iii-PsifAN6_z-k-unsplash-1-24x14.jpg 24w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/george-pagan-iii-PsifAN6_z-k-unsplash-1-36x20.jpg 36w, https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/george-pagan-iii-PsifAN6_z-k-unsplash-1-48x27.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Find_the_Best_Hashtags_for_Instagram_for_Free\"><\/span>How To Find the Best Hashtags for Instagram for Free<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The majority of methods in this article allow you to look for hashtags without payment. Therefore, you can find competitive hashtags while saving money on research. Also, you need to avoid <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/resources\/banned-instagram-hashtags-heres-how-to-avoid-the-shadowban\">banned hashtags<\/a> since they can reduce the visibility of your posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning how to find the best hashtags for Instagram is a long process, but it can lead to follower growth. However, the accuracy of your hashtag selection will impact the kind of followers you receive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you having trouble uncovering the right Instagram followers with hashtag strategies? Then, you can turn to Plixi for help with your Instagram growth goals. We are a professional IG growth service with a long list of satisfied customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/plixi.com\/\">Start growing and gaining Instagram followers today<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learning how to find the best hashtags for Instagram will help you improve the follower growth rate. There is a large number of potential hashtags you can search for, and many tools exist to help you.&nbsp; In this article, we\u2019ll reveal the top strategies for finding hashtags for any niche. 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