#alternative — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 25.0M total posts and 2.8K new posts daily, #alternative is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.0K likes and 26 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #alternative

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#goth	25.0M	2.8K	1.0K	100	44
#alt	7.1M	1.6K	1.7K	100	53
#alternativegirl	9.9M	317	1.4K	100	55
#emo	20.0M	1.4K	3.2K	100	55
#gothic	17.9M	1.9K	1.8K	100	62

Related Hashtags to #alternative

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#grunge	28.9M	891	3.0K	100	55
#gothgirl	9.0M	1.1K	3.1K	100	64
#altgirl	5.9M	1.1K	1.3K	100	67
#rock	76.7M	8.9K	1.4K	100	50
#music	504.2M	83.6K	2.1K	100	46

Similar Hashtags to #alternative

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#alternativegirl	9.9M	317	1.4K	100	55
#alternativefashion	4.6M	626	668	100	45
#alternativerock	3.3M	679	1.0K	100	54
#alternativestyle	2.7M	166	908	100	62
#alternativemedicine	1.3M	263	2.3K	100	83

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #alternative on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #alternative has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #alternative alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #alternative with #grunge, #gothgirl, #altgirl for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #alternative on Instagram?

#alternative has 25.0M total posts on Instagram with approximately 2.8K new posts added daily. The average post using #alternative receives 1.0K likes and 26 comments.

Is #alternative a good hashtag to use?

#alternative has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 44/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #alternative?

The best hashtags to use with #alternative include: #grunge, #gothgirl, #altgirl, #rock, #music. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-03. Learn about our editorial process →

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