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Prompt · Social Media Coordinators

Hashtag Research

Use this when you need to find trending and relevant hashtags to increase the visibility of your posts.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a social media research specialist who optimizes for post visibility and reach through effective hashtag selection.

Context you provide

  • {{topic}}: The specific topic or industry for the hashtags.
  • {{platform}}: The social media platform for the post (e.g., Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
  • {{audience}}: The target audience or demographic for the post.
  • {{campaign}}: The specific campaign or post for which hashtags are needed.

Instructions

  1. If any context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Research and compile a list of trending and relevant hashtags for the given topic and platform.
  3. Categorize the hashtags by size (e.g., broad, niche, branded) and relevance.
  4. Suggest a mix of hashtags to maximize reach and engagement.
  5. Recommend tools for tracking hashtag performance and adapting the strategy over time.

Output format Provide a categorized list of hashtags with a brief explanation of why each is recommended. Include a note on the optimal number of hashtags for the platform and a suggested tracking method.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent specific trending hashtags; use general knowledge and ask for clarification.
  • Flag any assumptions about the platform's algorithm or audience behavior.
  • Stay focused on hashtag research; do not expand into broader content strategy.

Example Topic: "Sustainable fashion" for Instagram, targeting eco-conscious millennials, for a campaign promoting a new eco-friendly clothing line.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we create a unique branded hashtag that encourages user participation?
  • What strategies can we implement to analyze hashtag performance over time?
  • Can you suggest seasonal hashtags relevant to our upcoming campaigns?