When creating content, one of the things you’ll likely spend a lot of time on is the perfect combination of hashtags to include in it. This is a step you’ll likely be doing in every content you produce, no matter the platform.
Although Twitter was the first to use hashtags in grouping posts together, the majority of social media platforms have quickly adopted the concept. Now, the hashtag is a necessary component in ensuring your content is seen not only by many but by the right audience.
Top Hashtag Generators
Good hashtags are hard to find due to the sheer number of people using them. Use one that’s oversaturated and your content is likely to be lost in a sea of others. Finding a good one can be the key to getting consistent views, and maybe even going viral.
Here are some of the best hashtag generators you can use to research which hashtags work best with your content.
1. All Hashtag
As its name suggests, All Hashtag is all about hashtags. Operating since 2015, it has since evolved from a simple hashtag generator into a one-stop machine for all your hashtag needs.
It currently has five tools at your disposal:
- A hashtag generator that pulls up top, random, or live hashtags based on your keywords.
- A hashtag creator that helps you create your own hashtags.
- An analytics tool that provides you with relevant information about your chosen hashtag.
- A hashtag counter that automatically identifies hashtags in your text.
- A chart section that shows the most popular hashtags being used.
Despite its many features, it is extremely easy to use. You simply need to type in the keywords you’re aiming for and wait for the results. It’s also free, so it’s perfect for people who are just starting out their marketing journey.
2. Flick
Flick is a tool you can use to find hashtags and manage your Instagram analytics. So not only can you find the top hashtags in your niche, but you can also see which ones are increasing your discoverability, based on your own statistics.
You can also streamline your work by using their built-in scheduler to plan out your reels, carousel, or feed posts. And if you’re new to the business, they also provide you with a ton of resources for building your brand.
Pricing starts at £7 per month (roughly $9) for a solo plan and £40 per month (roughly $49) for an agency plan. A 7-day free trial is available so you don’t need to commit immediately.
3. RiteTag
RiteTag is part of RiteKit’s arsenal of marketing tools for people who make a living through their social media. It’s not necessary to purchase the whole kit as RiteTag can be used as a standalone tool.
It offers instant hashtag suggestions on images and text based on real-time hashtag engagement both for mobile and desktop. This means that you can quickly be updated if a certain hashtag goes viral in your niche.
For easier use, you can easily integrate it into your work by using their Google Chrome extension. Once installed, you can right click on any picture or highlight a text and search for hashtag suggestions.
Their price starts at $49 a year. They have a 7-day free trial available so you can check if this tool fits your needs.
4. Analisa
Analisa is an AI-powered software that provides analytics for both TikTok, Instagram, and most recently, Twitter. Simply enter the hashtag you want to check out and it’ll give you historical data you can use to base your marketing in.
One of its most useful features is the ability to look into specific profiles you are interested in, either as competitors or possible audience. It’ll give you statistics on engagement, demographics, posting activity, hashtags used, and more.
It’s free version already packs a ton, though only recent data is available. Taking its premium plan ranges from $59-$199 per month.
5. Inflact
Inflact is an AI-based Instagram hashtag tool that lets you generate by keyword, image, or even a post’s url. You can use up to 5 keywords and in specific languages for more targeted results.
Apart from its generator, you can also use their built-in tools for hashtag trends, which lists down the top hashtags used for a day, week, month, or all time. Data is presented through graphs, charts, and metrics for easier use.
Inflact’s hashtag generator is free to use though you can avail its premium version for as low as $54 a month. Paid plans include automatic follows and likes, bulk messaging, and schedule posting.
6. MetaHashtags
MetaHashtags is a simple tool to use. Simply enter the hashtag you want to look at it will tell you how many times it was used, the average amount of likes and comments it gets, and how many posts per hour use it.
You can customize your search as you like. Use filters to streamline the process, save hashtags to your collections, export lists, search for banned hashtags, and more.
You can already do a lot with its free version but if you want to access its premium features, it will cost you €9 (about $1.07) per month or €72 (roughly $77) per year.
7. Sistrix
Sistrix is a tool that takes from over 15 billion hashtag-combinations and contains data on more than 7.7 million different hashtags that is regularly updated.
Unlike other tools, each search starts with one hashtag, from which similar or related hashtags are based on and recommended to you. This way, it shows you the performance of each hashtag while also automatically filtering out the irrelevant ones.
This tool is completely free but has a limit of 25 queries per day.
Why Hashtags are Important
Think of how much content has been uploaded since the inception of social media. Now think of how much more is being uploaded to the digital world on a daily basis. It’ll be hard to wade through all of that in search of what you’re interested in.
Hashtags are used to essentially categorize content into certain topics, themes, and niches. You won’t have to spend a lot of time looking through random content in search for the ones you want.
Brands use hashtags to reach their target audience. For example, if a landscaping company adds #LawnCare and #Landscaping to their posts, it makes them easier to discover for people who search for those particular hashtags.
Most people use it to find the content you need or want, and those that are related to them. You can also streamline your search by using multiple hashtags at the same time.
What hashtag generators do you use? Share them in the comments below!
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Cole is a blog writer and aspiring novelist. He has a degree in Communications and is an advocate of media and information literacy and responsible media practices. Aside from his interest in technology, crafts, and food, he’s also your typical science fiction and fantasy junkie, spending most of his free time reading through an ever-growing to-be-read list. It’s either that or procrastinating over actually writing his book. Wish him luck!
