Shadowban is a term coined by the community to describe a reduced reach of content on social media platforms, like Instagram. While it’s not officially acknowledged by Instagram, evidence suggests it’s a real issue for many accounts.

If you’re shadowbanned, here are steps to potentially break free:

1. Pause Posting: Temporarily stop adding new content to give the algorithm time to reset.

2. Content and Hashtag Review: Check your recent posts and hashtags. Remove or edit any that could be seen as violating Instagram’s guidelines.

3. Stop Using Automated Tools: Cease any use of bots or automated services for likes, comments, or follows, as these are often flagged by Instagram’s system.

4. Realign with Instagram’s Guidelines: Make sure all your actions on the platform strictly follow Instagram’s community guidelines and terms of service.

5. Gradually Resume Activity: After a short break, start posting and engaging again, but focus on authentic and compliant content and interactions.

6. Report to Instagram (if other steps don’t work): As a last resort, use the “Report a Problem” feature in the Instagram app to inform them about your situation. Be concise and specific about your issue.