Important Notes:
- Hashtag collection is available exclusively on paid plans
- Due to Instagram API limitations, we can only display an "@" symbol for hashtag images (not the original username)
Hashtags are a powerful way to collect fresh content for your galleries! By setting up hashtag tracking, you can automatically pull in photos that your customers and followers share using your branded hashtags.
Setting Up Hashtags for Main Galleries
Want to collect hashtag content for your regular galleries? Here's how:
- Open Covet.pics
- Select your gallery from the left menu
- Click the Instagram Connections link on the left menu
- Look for the Instagram Hashtag section and click Add Instagram Hashtag
- In the popup window:
- Type your hashtag (e.g., #YourBrandName)
- Choose how you want to handle new content:
- Automatic: All images using this hashtag will automatically appear in your gallery
- Manual: Images will be held for your approval before appearing publicly
- Click Add
- You'll now see your hashtag listed under the Instagram Hashtag section
When will content appear? New hashtag content typically begins appearing within 15 minutes. If you don't see anything after that time, try refreshing your page!
Setting Up Hashtags for Product Galleries
Want product-specific hashtags for your individual product galleries? Here's how:
- Open Covet.pics
- Select Product Gallery from the left menu
- Find the specific product you want to set up:
- Scroll through your product list, or
- Use the search bar to find a specific product
- Click the + Hashtag button next to your product
- In the popup window:
- Type your product-specific hashtag (e.g., #YourBrandBlueJeans)
- Select Automatic or Manual approval
- Click Save
Pro Tips for Hashtag Success
- Be specific: Use unique, brand-specific hashtags that aren't commonly used by others
- Keep it simple: Choose hashtags that are easy to spell and remember
- Promote your hashtags: Feature them prominently on product packaging, social media, and your website
- Start with manual approval: Until you're confident about content quality, manual approval gives you more control
- Check regularly: Review and approve manual hashtag content frequently to keep your gallery fresh
Troubleshooting
Not seeing hashtag content?
- Make sure you've entered the hashtag correctly (without the # symbol in the input field)
- Confirm your plan includes hashtag features
- Remember that we can only pull in content posted after you set up hashtag tracking (not historical posts)
Need more help with hashtags? We're here for you at support@spacesquirrel.co!