Shadow ban Instagram: How To Avoid It?

Worried you might have fallen victim to the Instagram shadow ban? Swipe up to know how to avoid Instagram shadow ban

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A shadowban on Instagram is an unofficial ban that restricts an account's exposure (in users' feeds, etc.), thereby diminishing its reach.

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Create a positive environment and be respectful in all communications; don't breach the community norms.

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2. Don't behave like a bot: Meta's spam policy, which includes Instagram, instructs users to refrain from "posting, sharing, and engaging."

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Your unstable engagement metrics may be the result of an inconsistent publishing schedule rather than a shadowban.

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4. Do not use banned hashtags: A banned hashtag indicates that Instagram has deemed it objectionable

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5. Include a content warning for sensitive themes Instagram recommends filtering or blurring violent or sensitive photos

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Contact Digital motive if you're a business looking to avoid a shadow ban. We will assist you in maximising your reach.

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