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Instagram’s new feature: Now, you can follow hashtags

Here’s how you can follow hashtags on Instagram.

By: INDO ASIAN NEWS SERVICE
| Updated on: Dec 13 2017, 14:43 IST
Instagram just got better.
Instagram just got better. (Reuters)
Instagram just got better.
Instagram just got better. (Reuters)

Following Twitter's footsteps of searching hashtags and staying connected with hobbies, passions and communities, Instagram on Wednesday launched a similar feature for its users.

"Everyday, millions of people share photos and videos and tag them with relevant hashtags. Hashtags represent the many interests and passions of our community. To make these posts even more discoverable, we're introducing hashtags you can follow," the company said in a blog.

How to follow hashtags on Instagram

Following a hashtag is just like following a friend. To get started, search for a topic you are interested in or tap on a hashtag from any post.

You will see relevant hashtags displayed in the search results along with related accounts.

If you have set your account to private, the hashtags you follow will only be seen by your followers.
If you have set your account to private, the hashtags you follow will only be seen by your followers. (Instagram)
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If you have set your account to private, the hashtags you follow will only be seen by your followers. (Instagram)

When you find a hashtag you like, open the hashtag page and tap on the follow button. You'll begin seeing top posts from that hashtag in your feed and some of the latest stories in your stories bar. You can always unfollow a hashtag at any time.

Users can also check the hashtags other people follow in their profiles.

Similar to people you follow, hashtags you follow respect your privacy settings. If you set your account to private, the hashtags you follow will only be visible to your followers.

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First Published Date: 13 Dec, 14:15 IST
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