#forge — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 1.7M total posts and 187 new posts daily, #forge is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 994 likes and 16 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #forge

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#blacksmith	1.7M	187	994	100	41
#handmade	387.4M	43.9K	1.8K	100	87
#blacksmithing	708.5K	63	950	65	39
#knife	8.5M	363	2.3K	100	51
#forged	1.4M	181	8.2K	100	51

Related Hashtags to #forge

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#forging	501.9K	65	1.0K	61	47
#steel	7.2M	1.3K	1.3K	100	45
#bladesmith	812.7K	55	1.1K	62	51
#handforged	679.6K	54	1.4K	58	43
#metalwork	3.0M	628	1.2K	100	37

Similar Hashtags to #forge

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#neverforget	9.0M	923	5.9K	100	66
#unforgettablemoments	1.0M	833	1.7K	100	54
#unforgettable	3.9M	315	1.2K	100	57
#forged	1.4M	181	8.2K	100	51
#unforgettablememories	324.5K	203	1.2K	83	41

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #forge on Instagram

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

#forge has 1.7M total posts on Instagram with approximately 187 new posts added daily. The average post using #forge receives 994 likes and 16 comments.

Is #forge a good hashtag to use?

#forge has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 41/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #forge?

The best hashtags to use with #forge include: #forging, #steel, #bladesmith, #handforged, #metalwork. 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: 2026-09-13. Learn about our editorial process →

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