#fails — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 307.5M total posts and 125.3K new posts daily, #fails is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.6K likes and 6 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #fails

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#funny	307.5M	125.3K	1.6K	100	51
#fail	13.1M	1.1K	2.6K	100	69
#viral	1.1B	1.1M	522	100	29
#reels	1.1B	844.6K	1.2K	100	38
#funnyvideos	67.7M	33.8K	2.3K	100	74

Related Hashtags to #fails

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#memes	277.0M	65.8K	766	100	43
#fyp	673.3M	874.4K	931	100	46
#comedy	137.4M	79.3K	932	100	29
#meme	190.4M	53.0K	1.9K	100	33
#funnyfails	808.6K	376	5.9K	95	61

Similar Hashtags to #fails

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#funnyfails	808.6K	376	5.9K	95	61
#gymfails	497.0K	188	2.4K	88	63
#epicfails	345.4K	460	4.2K	84	49
#electricalfails	88.2K	114	810	77	39
#godsloveneverfails	189.7K	34	2.2K	30	73

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #fails on Instagram

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

#fails has 307.5M total posts on Instagram with approximately 125.3K new posts added daily. The average post using #fails receives 1.6K likes and 6 comments.

Is #fails a good hashtag to use?

#fails has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 51/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #fails?

The best hashtags to use with #fails include: #memes, #fyp, #comedy, #meme, #funnyfails. 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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