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  1. Describe your video

    Tell us what your video is about, a general topic, or paste your script or title below

  2. Generate

    With one click, get optimized hashtag suggestions tailored for YouTube

  3. Publish

    Schedule and publish to YouTube and 10+ other platforms with Buffer

Pro tip: The more detail you provide about your video, the more relevant your hashtag suggestions will be.

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Why use Buffer's YouTube Hashtag Generator?

Finding the right hashtags on YouTube can be tricky. Our free AI-powered tool takes the guesswork out of tagging. Just describe your video and instantly get a curated list of effective hashtags based on your content, audience, and niche.

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  • Boost visibility on YouTube

    Hashtags can influence search, Shorts discovery, and recommended content. We help you choose hashtags that increase the chances your video gets seen.

  • Custom-fit to your content

    No more guesswork. Get suggestions that are optimized for your topic—whether it's tutorials, vlogs, reviews, or Shorts.

  • Stay on trend

    Our tool reflects what's working now on YouTube. Tap into hashtag conventions and current themes across your niche.

  • Free and unlimited

    This tool is part of Buffer's creator-focused free toolkit. No account needed—just describe your video and generate hashtags.

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FAQs

Do hashtags still matter on YouTube?

Yes — especially in Shorts, search, and niche discovery. Hashtags help categorize your content and increase discoverability for specific topics or communities.

How many hashtags should I use on YouTube?

YouTube allows up to 15 hashtags per video. We recommend choosing 3–8 highly relevant hashtags to avoid clutter and focus your tagging.

Are these hashtags based on real YouTube trends?

Hashtags are generated using advanced AI (powered by OpenAI) trained on patterns from millions of social posts and tags. While not pulled directly from YouTube's backend, the suggestions are tailored to align with popular trends and usage conventions on the platform.

Is this tool really free?

Yes — no sign-up required. This tool is part of Buffer's growing library of free, AI-powered tools to help creators grow faster and smarter.

Can I use this for business or branded YouTube channels?

Absolutely. Whether you run a personal channel, brand, or business account, this tool is designed to help improve discoverability and engagement.

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