On TikTok, hashtags have a lot of power. The platform’s algorithm scans hashtags and keywords to form a full picture of what a piece of content is about. From there, it learns which users to seed it out to via the For You page (FYP).

While this is fantastic for content discovery, it’s also a double-edged sword. Engage with a hashtag once and it’s likely to pop up on your FYP more regularly, making it tough to escape if you’re not interested. So, how do you remove related content once and for all?

That’s where blocking hashtags comes in. This feature is more than just handy; it’s critical to maintaining a positive, safe online environment. Keep reading to discover how to block a hashtag on TikTok and stay in control of your feed.

Can you block hashtags on TikTok? 

As of 2025, there’s no one-click ‘hashtag blocking’ feature on TikTok, but there is a handy tool that lets you control the visibility of specific keywords on the platform. 

Before we get into this, you might be wondering what the point of blocking hashtags is. Well, there are many reasons you might want to block a hashtag from appearing in your search results, following page, or For You page, including: 

• Avoiding offensive content and triggers: Everyone deserves to feel safe and secure online. Blocking hashtags can help you curate a feed that’s free of content that may be offensive or triggering to you.
• Blocking spoilers: Watching a new show or reading a series and don’t want to be spoiled preemptively? Hide related content from your feed by using TikTok’s built-in personal censorship tools.
• Hiding irrelevant content: Sometimes, there are just topics you don’t want to engage with online because you find them uninteresting or irrelevant to your specific experience. Keep them off your TikTok feed by blocking associated hashtags and keywords.

By employing one or more of these tactics, you’re personalising your feed to show you content that’s interesting and enjoyable, rather than engaging with drama or affecting your digital wellbeing. It might seem like a small step, but it can have a big impact, especially for those who spend a lot of time online.

How to filter and block hashtags on TikTok: A step-by-step guide

Blocking specific hashtags and terms

Want to completely remove content about a particular topic from your feed? Here’s how to block a hashtag or keyword on TikTok: 

1. Open TikTok and navigate to your profile at bottom-right.
2. Tap the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines), then ‘Settings and privacy’. 
3. Find and tap ‘Content preferences’. 
4. Tap ‘Filter keywords’, then ‘Add keyword’. 
5. Enter a keyword or hashtag to filter it from your feeds.
6. Add as many keywords as you’d like, and up to 100 hashtags.

Removing mature content

If you’re after stronger censorship that removes mature content from your TikTok feed, you can also use the ‘Restricted mode’ feature: 

1. From ‘Content preferences’, tap ‘Restricted mode’. 
2. Switch the toggle from off to on by tapping ‘Turn on’. 

Using TikTok’s ‘Not interested’ feature

Another way to organically manage your TikTok FYP is to use the ‘Not interested’ feature while browsing. When a video you’re not interested in comes across your feed, follow these steps to filter out similar content: 

1. Long-tap anywhere on the video (press and hold). 
2. From the options that appear, select ‘Not interested’. 
3. Follow the prompts that appear to tell TikTok why you’re not interested (e.g., you don’t like the creator, you’ve seen too many videos like this, etc.). 

Other ways to manage hashtags and content on TikTok

Blocking hashtags and keywords is just one piece of the puzzle when perfecting your online spaces. There are a few other ways to curate your experience on TikTok that are less direct but still beneficial.

• Mute users or sounds: If you notice a specific user posting a lot of content that you find uninteresting or offensive, use TikTok’s mute feature to remove them from your feed entirely. You can also do this with TikTok sounds.
• Don’t interact with unwanted content: The nature of TikTok’s algorithm means that the more you interact with specific types of content, the more likely you are to see it on your For You page. Avoid liking, commenting, sharing, or saving unwanted content to decrease your likelihood of encountering it organically. 
• Report offensive content: See something that simply shouldn’t be on TikTok? While the platform has a pretty airtight content moderation system, sometimes posts fall through the cracks, and TikTok relies on user reports to swiftly take notice of and remove them. If a post of this nature comes across your feed, report it to the platform by long-tapping it and selecting ‘Report’, then following the prompts. 

Consistent feedback helps TikTok refine user experiences over time, whether that’s specifically for you or for the broader community. There’s no shame in reporting something or choosing not to engage with it. In fact, doing this helps everybody out, including the team at TikTok.

Popular hashtags users commonly avoid

If you’re not sure which hashtags to block, take inspiration from other users who are already utilising this feature to the best of its ability. 

Here are a few commonly avoided hashtags to get you started, including positive replacement hashtags to reframe your digital experience.

Hashtags

Reason for blocking

Alternative hashtags

• #spoilers (or #Xspoilers, where ‘X’ is the name of a popular piece of media) 

Avoiding movie, TV, or book spoilers before you’ve had a chance to enjoy the content spoiler-free.

• #spoilerfreereviews
• #spoilerfree
• #Xreviews

• #diet
• #diettrends
• #weightloss

Removing unhealthy messaging that promotes dieting from your TikTok feed.

• #bodypositivity
• #wellness
• #selfcare

• #dramatok
• #toxic
• #tiktokdrama 

Blocking toxic, controversial or drama-led content to maintain your own mental health and wellbeing. 

• #positivitytok
• #positivevibes
• #happiness 

How to build a healthier FYP for 2026

Remember, the internet doesn’t have to be a free-for-all. There are ways to protect yourself (or simply your peace) online and still engage with the latest trends and most popular creators.

Start by using TikTok’s suite of content filters to block hashtags, keywords, or even users to ensure you’re only seeing content that resonates with you. It’s always a good time to prioritise your digital wellbeing, and these features could be the key.

Selecting the right hashtags as a TikTok creator

If you’re a creator yourself, it pays to know which hashtags will get you the best engagement, rather than selecting tags that are commonly blocked. Enter Linktree’s Hashtag Generator, a handy, free tool that serves up the best hashtags by platform.

Simply enter your content details, pick a platform, and receive a curated list of trending hashtags that are sure to get you seen online. It’s the easiest way to cut through the noise and find what actually works, with proven data straight from TikTok to back it up.

Sign up for a free Linktree account today and start using Hashtag Generator to inform your content with tailored, platform-specific insights. All it takes is a few clicks!