Before you start
- The Pinterest app or pinterest.com
- Permission for the app to save photos, on a phone
Method 1 Download on iPhone or Android
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Step 1: Open the Pin
Tap the Pin to open it.
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Step 2: Tap the ellipsis
Tap the … (ellipsis) icon under or beside the image. From the home feed, you can also tap the ellipsis at the bottom right of a Pin.
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Step 3: Download
Tap Download image. Allow Pinterest to access your photos if asked. The image is saved to your gallery or Photos app.
Method 2 Download on a computer
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Step 1: Open the Pin
On pinterest.com, click the Pin.
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Step 2: Click the ellipsis
Click the … icon next to the image.
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Step 3: Download image
Click Download image. It’s saved to your browser’s Downloads folder.
Method 3 Save it on Pinterest instead
Saving keeps a link to the creator, so you can return to the original page later.
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Step 1: Tap Save
Tap Save on the Pin and choose a board, or create a new one.
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Step 2: Keep it private
Make the board secret if you don’t want others to see it: edit the board and turn on Keep this board secret.
Troubleshooting
There’s no Download image option
Some Pins, such as videos, ads and certain creator Pins, can’t be downloaded. Save them to a board instead, or visit the source website.
The image isn’t in my gallery
Check that Pinterest has permission to save photos in your phone’s settings (iPhone: Settings > Apps > Pinterest > Photos; Android: Settings > Apps > Pinterest > Permissions).
Frequently asked questions
Does the creator know if I download their Pin?
No. Pinterest doesn’t notify people when you download their image.
Why is the downloaded image low quality?
The Pin may have been uploaded at a low resolution. Click through to the source website for a larger version.
Summary
Open the Pin, tap the … icon and choose Download image. It’s saved to your phone’s gallery or your computer’s Downloads folder. If there’s no download option, save the Pin to a board or visit the source.
