How Many Hashtags Should a Post Really Have?
More hashtags do not always mean more reach. Relevance matters more than quantity.
What is the Hashtag Generator?
This tool builds hashtags from a keyword you type in, starting with the keyword itself and adding related variations up to the count you set. It is a quick way to draft tags for a social post, which you can then trim to the ones that fit best.
How to use it
- Type your keyword.
- Set how many hashtags you want, up to 20.
- Press Generate hashtags and copy the ones that fit your post.
Worked example
With the keyword gardening and count 8, you get: #gardening #gardeningtips #gardeningideas #gardeningdaily #gardeninglove #gardeningcommunity #gardeninglife #gardeninginspiration.
Do hashtags still help posts get found?
Yes, when they match the post, because they help people searching that topic discover it. Use tags that describe the actual content, skip ones that are only popular, and check how each platform treats tag counts before posting.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use all the hashtags it gives me?
Not necessarily. Pick the ones that truly match your post, since a few relevant tags usually work better than a long unrelated list.
What happens if I leave the count blank?
You get 8 hashtags, which is a handy default for most posts.