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Banned Hashtag Checker
Paste a caption or hashtag list and check it against a reference list of previously reported flagged or shadowbanned hashtags. Runs entirely in your browser.
🔒 This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server.
Example shown - checks against a known sample list, not a live platform API.
Flagged hashtags
Clear hashtags
Checked against a static sample list of previously reported flagged tags - platforms update their lists frequently without publishing them, so this is a starting reference, not a live guarantee.
How the banned hashtag checker works
- Paste a caption or hashtag list.
- The tool extracts every hashtag and checks it against a known sample list of previously reported flagged tags.
- Matches are shown separately from clean hashtags, so you can review and swap anything risky.
FAQ
Where does the flagged hashtag list come from?
It's a static sample of hashtags that have been publicly reported as restricted or shadowbanned on Instagram at various points. Platforms don't publish an official list and change enforcement constantly, so treat this as a reference, not a guarantee.
Why isn't this connected to a live platform API?
Social platforms don't offer a public API to check hashtag restriction status, and third-party checkers rely on manually maintained, frequently outdated lists - this tool is upfront about being the same kind of reference.
What does "shadowbanned" mean?
A shadowbanned hashtag stops showing posts in its feed to non-followers, without any visible notice to the poster - your post looks normal to you but reaches a much smaller audience.
What should I do if a hashtag I use is flagged?
Consider swapping it for a more specific, less commonly abused tag. Broad, heavily spammed tags are the ones most likely to get restricted.
How we compare
| Feature | Online Tool Store | Community-maintained lists | Manual research |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paste-and-check in one step | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No sign-up or ads | ✓ | Varies | ✓ |
| Transparent about list limitations | ✓ | Varies | ✓ |
For a fast first pass over your hashtag list before posting, Banned Hashtag Checker flags likely risks in seconds.