At New Tab Gram, our goal is to turn every new tab into a moment of distraction-free inspiration. We know you love seeing the latest work from your favorite creators without the noise of the Instagram feed.
But we also know a common problem: how do you find those amazing artists in the first place?
Instagram has made it harder than ever to discover anyone who isn't already "famous." Their removal of the "Recent" hashtag tab means smaller, talented creators are often buried under accounts that already have millions of likes.
That is why we are excited to announce our partnership with RecentReborn. While we help you stay connected to artists, RecentReborn helps you find them.
The Problem: The "Elite" Algorithm
Instagram currently prioritizes "Top Posts" in every search. This creates a loop where only the most popular accounts get seen. For users who want to find a new author, a local photographer, or a hobbyist painter, the algorithm is a wall.
RecentReborn breaks that wall down. They have built a tool that brings back the "Recent" hashtag search that Instagram removed. It allows you to see what is being posted right now, giving you the chance to be the first to discover a rising talent.
How RecentReborn Works for You
RecentReborn is a web app and Chrome extension designed for active discovery. It gives you back the control that the official app took away. Here is how you can use it to find content for your New Tab Gram gallery:
RecentReborn lets you:
- Search any hashtag
- Browse results in chronological order (newest posts first)
- Discover creators and posts that Instagram's ranked views often bury
Instead of "Top posts," you get a timeline feel. That means:
- New posts appear as they happen - catch creators in real-time
- You can spot emerging trends - be first to discover what's next
- You can engage before posts get crowded - build real connections
Why This Partnership Benefits Our Community
We see this as a perfect workflow for anyone who values their time and their inspiration.
Discovery (RecentReborn)
Use RecentReborn to find hidden gems and creators posting fresh work right now.
Inspiration (New Tab Gram)
Take the usernames you find and add them to your New Tab Gram list.
By using these two tools together, you bypass the addictive scrolling of the main feed entirely. You find the people you want to support, and then you see their work every time you open a new tab.
It turns your browser into a curated gallery that you built yourself.
A Win for Creators and Influencers
If you are a creator using New Tab Gram to stay in front of your audience, this partnership is great news for you too. RecentReborn makes it possible for new fans to find you through hashtags again.
When a new fan discovers you on RecentReborn and adds you to their New Tab Gram, you gain a loyal viewer who sees your work daily on their desktop - regardless of what the Instagram algorithm decides to do with your reach.
Our Shared Vision
This partnership is about more than just two browser extensions. It is about a different way of using the internet.
Both RecentReborn and New Tab Gram believe that you should be the one in charge of your digital experience. We want to move away from the "mall" experience of modern social media and get back to the feeling of discovery and community.
We are proud to partner with a team that cares as much about your attention and your inspiration as we do.