#defense — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 120.0M total posts and 35.8K new posts daily, #defense is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.2K likes and 34 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #defense

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#football	120.0M	35.8K	1.2K	100	68
#sports	67.1M	15.0K	851	100	52
#offense	349.6K	35	2.8K	35	76
#military	18.5M	2.0K	1.2K	100	57
#nfl	25.7M	3.0K	1.8K	100	49

Related Hashtags to #defense

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#basketball	47.7M	10.5K	3.6K	100	59
#selfdefense	6.0M	1.4K	1.7K	100	59
#motivation	449.5M	172.2K	1.4K	100	54
#training	159.5M	18.2K	639	100	42
#touchdown	2.4M	214	1.3K	100	68

Similar Hashtags to #defense

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#selfdefense	6.0M	1.4K	1.7K	100	59
#selfdefenseforwomen	428.5K	412	6.6K	86	46
#selfdefensekeychain	286.0K	333	4.6K	82	100
#selfdefensekeychains	140.0K	156	1.3K	79	50
#criminaldefense	310.1K	164	1.4K	83	64

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How to Use #defense on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #defense has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #defense alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #defense with #basketball, #selfdefense, #motivation 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 #defense on Instagram?

#defense has 120.0M total posts on Instagram with approximately 35.8K new posts added daily. The average post using #defense receives 1.2K likes and 34 comments.

Is #defense a good hashtag to use?

#defense has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 68/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #defense?

The best hashtags to use with #defense include: #basketball, #selfdefense, #motivation, #training, #touchdown. 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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