#hardcore — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 39.5M total posts and 3.6K new posts daily, #hardcore is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 5.3K likes and 93 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #hardcore

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#metal	39.5M	3.6K	5.3K	100	61
#punk	23.5M	2.3K	2.7K	100	57
#music	504.2M	83.6K	2.1K	100	46
#metalcore	4.9M	1.1K	2.1K	100	59
#deathmetal	7.0M	1.1K	4.6K	100	66

Related Hashtags to #hardcore

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#rock	76.8M	9.0K	1.4K	100	50
#heavymetal	13.0M	2.0K	2.0K	100	61
#punkrock	10.0M	1.3K	577	100	30
#deathcore	2.3M	331	4.8K	100	60
#hardcorepunk	1.3M	274	970	100	37

Similar Hashtags to #hardcore

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#hardcorepunk	1.3M	274	970	100	37
#posthardcore	1.7M	230	886	100	39
#hardcoremusic	611.3K	235	4.7K	90	61
#punkhardcore	553.9K	102	1.7K	89	63
#melodichardcore	269.4K	27	1.6K	27	71

Hashtag Cloud

#thrashmetal #blackmetal #livemusic #metalhead #metalmusic #alternative #rave #grindcore #emo #posthardcore #numetal #vinyl #band #art #rocknroll #techno #guitar #hardstyle #hardrock #underground #hardcoremusic #festival #concert #metalband #gabber #poppunk #dj #musician #uptempo #live #goth #doommetal #thrash #drums #hxc #fitness #metalheads #fyp #vinylcollection #photography #beatdown #concertphotography #guitarist #grunge #progressivemetal #newmusic #bodybuilding #gym #diy #hardtechno #party #dance #rockmusic #hiphop #bass #powermetal #groovemetal #slam #mosh #frenchcore #artwork #moshpit #punkhardcore #melodicdeathmetal #workout #love #rawstyle #djent #crossover #rap #oldschool #tattoo #screamo #show #powerviolence #straightedge #punkmusic #nyhc #gothic #indie #vinylcommunity #brutaldeathmetal #alternativemetal #breakdown #heavymetalmusic #jungle #postpunk #sludge #metalgirl #musicphotography

How to Use #hardcore on Instagram

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

#hardcore has 39.5M total posts on Instagram with approximately 3.6K new posts added daily. The average post using #hardcore receives 5.3K likes and 93 comments.

Is #hardcore a good hashtag to use?

#hardcore has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 61/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #hardcore?

The best hashtags to use with #hardcore include: #rock, #heavymetal, #punkrock, #deathcore, #hardcorepunk. 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: 2026-09-09. Learn about our editorial process →

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