hashtags rules

Based on the provided search results, here are the key rules and guidelines for using hashtags:

Format: Hashtags always start with the “#” symbol, followed by one or more words or numbers, without spaces or punctuation.

Length: Keep hashtags short and concise, ideally 2-3 words or less. Longer hashtags may be harder to read and remember.

Relevance: Use hashtags that are directly related to the content of your post. Avoid irrelevant or generic hashtags that may not attract the right audience.

Specificity: Use specific and niche hashtags instead of broad or generic ones. This will help you target a specific audience and reduce noise.

Limit: Use a reasonable number of hashtags per post. 3-5 hashtags are recommended, but avoid over-hashtagging (more than 10-15).

Spaces: Avoid using spaces between words in hashtags, as they may not work as intended.

Capitalization: Use lowercase letters for hashtags, as Instagram and other platforms are case-insensitive.

Branded Hashtags: Create a unique branded hashtag for your business or brand, and use it consistently to build a community and track user-generated content.

Research: Use tools like RiteTag, Hashtag Expert, or Later’s Hashtag Tools to research and find relevant hashtags for your content.

Placement: Place hashtags strategically in your caption, ideally at the end, to avoid cluttering the main text.

Instagram Stories: When using hashtags in Instagram Stories, make them small and blend them into the image or video to avoid distractions.

By following these rules, you can effectively use hashtags to increase the visibility and engagement of your social media posts.

Uwe, hashtags typically do notuse capital letters, also no special characters., reason why i have written #chloralkali  and not #chlor-alkali or #ChlorAlkali .