#linux — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 7.9M total posts and 1.8K new posts daily, #linux is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.6K likes and 45 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #linux

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#coding	7.9M	1.8K	1.6K	100	42
#programming	8.2M	1.2K	1.8K	100	49
#python	6.7M	1.3K	1.1K	100	47
#hacking	3.3M	541	3.0K	100	55
#cybersecurity	5.0M	6.7K	3.1K	100	70

Related Hashtags to #linux

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#technology	33.1M	11.1K	1.0K	100	40
#programmer	4.3M	244	12.3K	100	56
#kalilinux	654.6K	99	1.2K	91	48
#hack	4.5M	1.2K	3.1K	100	66
#tech	46.3M	171.8K	1.7K	100	71

Similar Hashtags to #linux

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#kalilinux	654.6K	99	1.2K	91	48
#kalllinux	31.3K	2	801	2	0
#kalilinuxtools	41.6K	8	778	7	41
#linuxuser	46.1K	6	11.7K	6	56
#linuxfan	85.7K	5	1.8K	6	57

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #linux on Instagram

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

#linux has 7.9M total posts on Instagram with approximately 1.8K new posts added daily. The average post using #linux receives 1.6K likes and 45 comments.

Is #linux a good hashtag to use?

#linux has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 42/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #linux?

The best hashtags to use with #linux include: #technology, #programmer, #kalilinux, #hack, #tech. 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: 2026-06-23. Learn about our editorial process →

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