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Instagram allows up to 30, but 3 to 5 relevant tags perform best (Facebook 1 to 3, X 1 to 2). Paste your caption or post with hashtags0 characters totalSelect Platform for RecommendationsInstagramTikTokLinkedInX (Twitter)Facebook💡 Instagram recommends 3-5 hashtags for best engagement.Total Hashtags0**Pro Tip:** Most platforms favor quality over quantity. Use 3-5 highly relevant hashtags instead of maxing out your limit. ## Why hashtag count matters Using the right number of hashtags can make or break your social media reach. While platforms like Instagram technically allow up to 30 hashtags, research shows that **3-5 highly relevant hashtags** consistently outperform posts with more tags. Optimize your posting schedule with [best time to post](https://posteverywhere.ai/best-time-to-post) for maximum engagement. Our Hashtag Counter helps you analyze your hashtag usage in real-time, detect duplicates that waste your limit, and get platform-specific recommendations. Pair it with PostEverywhere's [hashtag generator](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/hashtag-generator) to find the perfect tags for every post. ## Platform-specific hashtag best practices - **Instagram:** 3-5 hashtags in the caption. Max 30 allowed. Avoid spammy behavior. Schedule posts with [Instagram scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/instagram-scheduler). - **TikTok:** 3-5 relevant hashtags. TikTok prioritizes content quality over hashtag quantity. - **LinkedIn:** 3-5 hashtags per post for maximum engagement and reach. Try our [LinkedIn scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/linkedin-scheduler) for consistent posting. - **X (Twitter):** 1-2 hashtags. More than 2 can reduce engagement rates. - **Facebook:** 1-3 hashtags. Facebook users engage more with minimal hashtag use. ### Common Hashtag Mistakes to Avoid Using Duplicate HashtagsPlatforms only count the first instance. Duplicates waste your hashtag limit and look unprofessional. Hashtag StuffingUsing 20-30 hashtags can trigger spam filters and reduce your organic reach on most platforms. Irrelevant HashtagsUsing trending but unrelated hashtags can hurt engagement and damage your account's credibility. Banned HashtagsSome hashtags are restricted by platforms. Always check before using a new tag. Same Tags Every TimeRepeating the same hashtag set can flag your account as spam. Rotate your hashtags per post. Use our [calendar view](https://posteverywhere.ai/social-media-calendar) to plan varied content. Ignoring Platform LimitsEach platform has different optimal ranges. What works on Instagram won't work on X or LinkedIn. ### Schedule posts with optimized hashtags Use [PostEverywhere's social media scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/social-media-scheduler) to schedule posts to Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Facebook with AI-optimized hashtags. Our [AI content generator](https://posteverywhere.ai/ai-content-generator) automatically suggests hashtags based on your content and platform best practices. [Start Free 7-Day Trial →](https://app.posteverywhere.ai/signup) ## How to Use the Hashtag Counter 1 ### Paste your caption Copy your social media post or caption and paste it into the text area. Include all hashtags you plan to use. 2 ### Select your platform Choose your target platform (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, or Facebook) to get platform-specific recommendations. 3 ### Analyze & optimize Review your hashtag count, detect duplicates, and use the action buttons to clean up or extract hashtags. ## Hashtag Counter FAQ How many hashtags should I use on Instagram?▾Instagram recommends 3-5 highly relevant hashtags per post in 2026. While the platform allows up to 30 hashtags, using fewer targeted tags typically results in better engagement and reach.What happens if I use duplicate hashtags in my post?▾Duplicate hashtags are redundant and waste your hashtag limit. Most platforms only count the first instance of a hashtag. Our counter detects duplicates so you can remove them and replace them with unique tags.How many hashtags can I use on TikTok?▾TikTok allows up to 100 characters in captions (including hashtags). Best practice is 3-5 relevant hashtags per video. TikTok's algorithm prioritizes content quality over hashtag quantity.What is the optimal number of hashtags for LinkedIn?▾LinkedIn recommends 3-5 hashtags per post for maximum engagement. Posts with 3-5 relevant hashtags see higher reach and engagement compared to posts with more or fewer tags.Should I use hashtags on X (Twitter)?▾Yes, but sparingly. Research shows that 1-2 hashtags per post on X (Twitter) drive the most engagement. More than 2 hashtags can reduce engagement rates.Can I copy just the hashtags from my caption?▾Yes. Our Hashtag Counter includes a 'Copy Hashtags Only' button that extracts all hashtags from your text and copies them to your clipboard, making it easy to reuse or modify your hashtag sets.Does this tool work for all social media platforms?▾Yes. The Hashtag Counter analyzes hashtags for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Facebook, and any platform that uses the # symbol for hashtags. ## More Free Tools [Hashtag GeneratorGenerate trending hashtags](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/hashtag-generator)[Instagram Hashtag GeneratorInstagram-specific hashtags](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/instagram-hashtag-generator)[TikTok Hashtag GeneratorTikTok-optimized hashtags](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/tiktok-hashtag-generator)[Caption AnalyzerAnalyze your captions](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/caption-analyzer)Done with the tool? Now publish it everywhere. 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