#challenges — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 454.0M total posts and 170.2K new posts daily, #challenges is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 2.0K likes and 7 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #challenges

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#motivation454.0M170.2K2.0K10052
#challenge40.3M9.4K60510050
#inspiration266.8M33.0K1.1K10054
#success120.5M71.1K2.0K10053
#mindset80.8M43.4K2.9K10055

Related Hashtags to #challenges

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#viral1.1B1.0M52210029
#life477.8M47.2K2.1K10052
#growth37.2M20.0K3.6K10051
#resilience5.9M3.2K2.7K10070
#reels1.1B844.6K92010054

Similar Hashtags to #challenges

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#overcomingchallenges165.6K1332.9K7985
#overcomechallenges130.8K515.9K4272
#yogachallenges873.2K354.5K4880
#embracechallenges81.9K202.9K1760
#lifechallenges190.1K535.6K4566

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #challenges on Instagram

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #challenges on Instagram?

#challenges has 454.0M total posts on Instagram with approximately 170.2K new posts added daily. The average post using #challenges receives 2.0K likes and 7 comments.

Is #challenges a good hashtag to use?

#challenges has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 52/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #challenges?

The best hashtags to use with #challenges include: #viral, #life, #growth, #resilience, #reels. 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: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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