Hashtags, mentions, and links
Use hashtags to join topics, mentions to bring people into a thread, and links carefully so posts stay useful and readable.
What it is
Hashtags, mentions, and links help posts travel to the right people. Hashtags connect a post to a topic, mentions notify a person or account, and links point readers to outside context.
How to use it
Type # followed by a topic name to add a hashtag. Use specific tags
instead of a long list of unrelated tags.
Type @ and choose an account to mention someone. Mentions should add
context, not pressure people into a conversation.
Paste links only when they help the post. Spammy, unsafe, or misleading links can be blocked or sent to moderation.
Good posting practice
Use one to three strong hashtags, keep mentions relevant, and explain why a link matters. A post with clear context is easier for readers, search, and moderators to evaluate.