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What is the Instagram Shadowban? Here is what’s currently happening to Instagram users all over the platform: Instagram, for a number of different reasons… is actively restricting some people’s posts so they don’t show up for hashtags or their followers feeds. The only way for people to see your posts when a post is shadowbanned is to type their name in search and visit their actual profile. As you can imagine… if people on Instagram are unable to see your posts anywhere on the platform (besides having to type in your name and visit your profile), it’s absolutely devastating for your account. But here’s where it get’s controversial: Does the Instagram Shadowban actually exist?According to Instagram, the IG Shadowban does not exist and it’s a common misconception to think otherwise. However, if you spend just a few minutes digging, you’ll find account after account complaining that their account is in fact shadowbanned… and that their posts are no where to be found in their followers feed or for the hashtags their posts are using. Recently, Internet personality Mia Khalifa revealed an internal presentation that went out to only Instagram employees at Instagram HQ… that Instagram not only confirmed that the IG Shadowban is real… but that they are actively targeting accounts that they believe are deserving of the shadowban that affects the target account-wide. Here’s what’s important to know: Instagram has a number of banned hashtags that they do not want people to be using on their platform. If you use those hashtags in a caption for a post, Instagram will restrict that post and it won’t be shown for any hashtags and won't be introduced in your followers’ feeds. For example, #Snapchat is not allowed on Instagram’s platform and you will be punished by the algorithm if you' try to use this ‘banned hashtag’ in any post. Not all banned hashtags are as obvious… for example, common terms such as #pushups, #alone, #brain are all banned hashtags on Instagram. In fact, there are numerous banned hashtags on Instagram that you should avoid using in posts or comments. Failure to avoid using the banned hashtags can result in your account getting ‘Shadowbanned’, or worse, it can even result in Instagram banning you from the platform entirely according to Instagram’s Community Guidelines. Here is the complete list of banned Instagram hashtags In 2022:(This list was updated on October 18, 2022) A
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The app is an all-in-one Instagram management app that saves you a massive amount of time when you’re trying to grow your brand on Instagram. Important note: I also run an app called PicMerger that lets you stitch photos together side by side, make photo collages sized for Instagram, and other editing tools that helps you create social media content. Here’s what you need to know: Instagram is 100% limiting the discoverability of posts from users who the IG algorithm decides that the post gets flagged by its systems. How To Check If You’re Shadowbanned On Instagram In 2022If you’re wanting to know if your latest post has been hit by the Instagram shadowban, follow these simple steps:
If people are able to find your recent post for that hashtag when searching for the recent posts for that tag, you weren’t shadowbanned. If people are unable to find your new post for the new posts for that hashtag, you are affected by Instagram’s shadowban. Important to note: You cannot go on your own profile to search hashtags to see if you show up. Instagram’s algorithm is far too sophisticated and will still show your posts for these hashtags… regardless if you’re shadowbanned or not. Here’s how to remove The instagram shadowban In 20221. Remove any questionable 3rd party apps or software that has access to your Instagram account. To check what apps and websites have access to your IG account:
2. Cease using bots, automation, or engagement pods to try to get around the IG algorithm and boost your engagement It’s 2022… the Instagram algorithm is highly sophisticated and the days of thinking we have a chance at outsmarting it are long gone. Yes, there are bots and software that are still functioning on Instagram… but that will not be the case for long. The only long-term option going forward on Instagram is to abide by their Terms of Service and start growing your account the right way… without trying to take shortcuts. 3. Avoid using banned and recently blacklisted hashtags We went over the usage of banned hashtags and the risks involved… but you also need to be wary of using popular hashtags that are suddenly blacklisted on the platform after hitting mass numbers. For example, on Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, et cetera, the hashtag of the day will be used in such mass by users on the platform… Instagram will suddenly (and without warning) ‘blacklist’ that hashtag, causing everyone who uses that hashtag (after the moment of blacklisting) to be shadowbanned. Again, the people who used the hashtag before the blacklisting will not be affected… but users who make posts after IG does this will risk being shadowbanned. 4. Using repetitive or irrelevant hashtags over and over Again, Instagram’s algorithm is highly sophisticated and you can’t outsmart it… especially at this point in 2021. If you’re using irrelevant hashtags, or if you’re using the same hashtags over and over in posts… you’re going to get hit by the Instagram Shadowban. Here’s what to do instead: You should only be using highly relevant hashtags in your posts. Don’t use generic hashtags like #love, #happy, et cetera. Also, be sure to only make hashtags in your caption. Why? You can’t edit hashtags in comments. If you get hit by a shadowban, you have to delete your entire comment, which deletes hashtags that you might still be showing up when you search for those hashtags. By making your hashtags only in your caption, you can simply remove the hashtags for which you’ve been shadowbanned. 5. Reach out to Instagram through their IG support page Once you remove the potentially questionable 3rd party software that might have had access to your account (see above), you need to then reach out to Instagram through the IG app. Yes, Instagram support actually does read support requests like these (even though you most likely won’t get an email reply from them when you send them a request). Here’s what you need to say: You need to inform IG in your message that your followers are not able to see your posts in their feeds and they aren’t able to find you in search. Important note: Do NOT mention you suspect you are under a shadowbox. Just describe what is happening and explain that this is hurting your brand/business because of this bug. 6. Commenting, liking, or DMing too much The shadowban is also watching for any spam or non-human activity. If you’re making 40 comments in 1 hour, Instagram doesn’t like that and will punish you. Also, if you’re sending a bunch of DMs all at once to a multitude of people, Instagram could think you’re betting or using a 3rd party service and could mistakenly punish you again. Act like a human. Don’t be mistaken for a bot. 7. You’re getting reported If your account or you comments/DMs are getting reported by users, you can be subjected to a shadowban as well. You won’t get shadowbanned right away, but if enough people mass report you… you can absolutely be subjected to getting a shadowban or even an account ban from the platform. 8. Take a break from Instagram for a few days or even a week Many people have come out and shown that after taking 2-7 days off from Instagram, their shadowbans were lifted. Should you put your hashtags in your Instagram caption or in the comment below your post? At the end of August of 2021, Adam Mosseri (current head of Instagram) publicly announced on his official Instagram @Mosseri that the Instagram algorithm favors posts when hashtags are placed inside the caption. Although many argue that it’s more aesthetically pleasing when you bury your hashtags in your IG post’s comments… Instagram has publicly declared that you should always post your hashtags inside your captions for any type of content on Instagram (posts, Reels, IGTV, et cetera)… if you want to fully appease the Instagram algorithm. In conclusion: There are no shortcuts when it comes to growing an audience on Instagram. If you’re trying to game the algorithm, you already lost. Long are the days of being able to use shady tactics to grow your account… if you want to win on Instagram (and without getting shadowbanned) you’re going to have to abide by Instagram’s rules. Did I miss anything? Leave me a note at and tell me what I’m missing. *This article was originally published on October 13, 2017 and was updated October 18, 2022 Subscribe below to get notified when Instagram’s banned hashtags list changes. It’s free and you can unsubscribe any time. How long until Shadow ban is lifted?Delete Offensive Content
You should delete content that goes against the rules and community guidelines laid down by TikTok. After deleting inappropriate content, you have to wait for at least two weeks to get the shadowban lifted.
How long do shadow bans usually last?The length of a TikTok shadow ban depends on the severity of the violation. So, there isn't a definitive period for how long a shadow ban lasts. However, several users have reported that a shadowban typically lasts about two weeks to a month.
Does a shadow ban ever go away?If your reach declined dramatically recently, you might have a shadowban. Like Twitter, most shadowbans on Instagram fall away after a few days. Avoid posting content that goes against Instagram's terms and remove content that might violate their rules.
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