Hashtag Separator
Paste a list of hashtags and format them perfectly — add or remove spaces, sort alphabetically, split to new lines, or extract only hashtags from a caption.
3 formats
Space, newline, or comma-separated — whichever you need.
Clean & sort
Remove duplicates, sort alphabetically, and lowercase all at once.
One-click copy
Copy all formatted hashtags to clipboard with a single click.
What is Hashtag Separator?
The Hashtag Separator is a free browser-based tool that formats, sorts, deduplicates, and separates hashtag lists for Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Creators often collect hashtag lists from multiple sources — some separated by spaces, some by commas, some by new lines — resulting in messy, inconsistent formatting. MediaDrop's Hashtag Separator accepts any format, cleans the list, removes duplicates, adds proper # prefixes where missing, and outputs your hashtags in any format you need: space-separated for Instagram captions, one-per-line for storage, or comma-separated for CSV export.
How to use Hashtag Separator
- Step 1: Paste your hashtag list into the input box — any format works (spaces, commas, or new lines).
- Step 2: The tool automatically cleans and standardizes the hashtags.
- Step 3: Select your output format — Space Separated (for posting), One Per Line (for storage), or Comma Separated.
- Step 4: Toggle Remove Duplicates to eliminate repeated hashtags.
- Step 5: Toggle Sort A–Z to sort your hashtag list alphabetically.
- Step 6: Click Copy to copy the formatted hashtag list to your clipboard.
Tips for better results
- Space-separated is the standard for Instagram captions. Paste space-separated hashtags directly at the end of your Instagram caption. Instagram parses each space-separated word starting with # as a hashtag.
- Remove duplicates before every post. When combining hashtag sets from multiple sources, duplicates are common. Duplicate hashtags in a post look spammy and waste your limited hashtag slots.
- Sort for easier management. Sorting your hashtag sets alphabetically makes it much easier to spot duplicates manually and compare lists from different campaigns.
- Keep formatted sets in a document. Export your cleaned hashtag sets in One Per Line format to a notes document or spreadsheet for easy access. Give each set a clear label (e.g. 'Fitness - General', 'Fitness - Women Over 40').
- Remove the # prefix to store in spreadsheets. If you are managing hashtag research in a spreadsheet, storing without the # prefix is cleaner. Toggle the # prefix option and add it back when posting.
- Validate all hashtags before posting. The separator cleans formatting but does not check if hashtags are banned or restricted on the platform. Always verify unfamiliar hashtags before using them in posts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a hashtag separator do?
A hashtag separator cleans, formats, and standardizes hashtag lists. It accepts messy input (mixed spacing, commas, missing # symbols) and outputs clean, consistently formatted hashtags ready for Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, or storage.
How should I format hashtags for Instagram?
For Instagram captions, hashtags should be space-separated (each hashtag separated by a single space) with no commas. Example: #fitness #workout #health. You can add them directly in your caption or in the first comment.
Does the separator remove banned hashtags?
No. The Hashtag Separator cleans formatting only — it does not check whether hashtags are banned or restricted on specific platforms. Always verify unfamiliar hashtags on the platform directly before using them.
Is the Hashtag Separator free?
Yes. Completely free with no signup and no usage limits. All processing happens in your browser.
How many hashtags can I use on Instagram?
Instagram allows up to 30 hashtags per post, but recommends 3–5 highly relevant ones. Recent data shows 5–10 targeted hashtags consistently match or outperform maxing out all 30.