How to Tell If You're Shadowbanned on Instagram
If your engagement from hashtags has plummeted or vanished, you might be shadowbanned. Test by asking non-followers to search your recent posts.
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Bruh, if your hashtags aren't getting any views or likes, you might be shadowbanned. Try checking from a friend's account!
Best way to find out is to use a hashtag unique to your post and ask a friend who doesn't follow you to check if they can see it.
Honestly, I think shadowbanning is just Instagram's way of keeping things mysterious. But yeah, check with a friend's account to see if your hashtag posts are visible!
Seeing a sudden drop in engagement or not appearing under hashtags? That's the shadowban monster lurking. Use a friend's account to verify.
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