How to Download Pinterest Video (2026 Guide)

Quick Answer: Mobile app: Open video → Tap Share icon → Tap Download icon (if available). Desktop/No download button: Copy video URL → Use a Pinterest video downloader tool → Paste URL → Click Download → Choose quality → Save.

Method 1: Download from Pinterest App (Official)

This only works on mobile (iOS/Android), not desktop.

Step 1: Open Pinterest app

Step 2: Tap on the video Pin you want to download

Note: To find pins you've saved, see how to see liked pins on Pinterest

Step 3: Tap the Share icon

Right side of the video
Looks like an arrow

Step 4: Look for the Download icon

Looks like a downward arrow
Usually at the bottom of share menu

Step 5: Tap Download

Done. Video saves to your device's gallery/photos.

Important: The download option only appears if:

You're on mobile (iOS or Android app)
The creator enabled downloads for that video
You're in a supported region

If you don't see the download button, the creator may have disabled downloads, or you're on desktop. See platform-specific methods below.

How to Find the Video URL

Mobile app:

Open video
Tap three dots (•••)
Tap "Copy link"
Link is now on your clipboard

Desktop:

Open video
Right-click → "Copy link"
Or copy URL from address bar (e.g., pinterest.com/pin/12345...)

Link format examples:

How to Download Pinterest Videos on iPhone

Method 1: Try Pinterest app first

Open video in Pinterest app
Tap Share icon
Look for Download option
If available, tap to download

Method 2: If download button not available

Pinterest app doesn't allow direct downloads on iPhone for most videos
Copy video link (three dots → "Copy link")
Use a web-based Pinterest video downloader
Paste link and download
Video saves to Files app or Photos

How to Download Pinterest Videos on Android

Method 1: Use Pinterest app (official method)

Open video in Pinterest app
Tap Share icon
Tap Download (if available)
Video saves to gallery

Method 2: If download button not available

Copy video link (three dots → "Copy link")
Use a web-based Pinterest video downloader in your browser
Paste link and download
Video saves to Downloads or Gallery

How to Download Pinterest Videos on PC/Mac

Pinterest desktop doesn't have a built-in download button.

Step 1: Open video on pinterest.com

Step 2: Copy video URL

From address bar or right-click → "Copy link"
Or click three dots → "Copy link"

Step 3: Use a web-based Pinterest video downloader

Paste the URL into the downloader
Click Download

Step 4: Choose quality → Save to computer

Select your preferred quality
Video downloads automatically

Downloads save to: Your default Downloads folder

Why Can't I Download Some Pinterest Videos?

Common reasons:

1. Creator disabled downloads

Video owner can turn off download permissions
You'll see "Download not available" or no download button

2. Region restrictions

Download feature not available in all countries
Pinterest may limit this by location

3. Using desktop version

Pinterest desktop doesn't have built-in download
Must use mobile app or a web-based downloader tool

4. Account limitations

Some accounts may have restricted features
Try logging out and back in

5. App needs update

Update Pinterest app to latest version
New features may not work on old versions
For reducing AI content in your feed, see how to turn off AI posts on Pinterest

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Before downloading:

✓ Personal use only - Don't redistribute or sell downloaded content

✓ Respect copyright - Videos belong to their creators

✓ Get permission - Ask creator before using commercially

✓ Credit creators - If you share, always credit the original creator

✓ Follow Pinterest terms - Review Pinterest's terms of service

Allowed:

Saving for personal reference (recipes, tutorials, etc.)
Offline viewing
Educational/study purposes

Not allowed:

Reposting without permission
Using for commercial purposes
Claiming as your own content
Removing watermarks and redistributing

Tips for Downloading Pinterest Videos

Best practices:

✓ Try official method first - Use Pinterest app download when available

✓ Check video quality - Download highest available quality if storage allows

✓ Organize downloads - Create folders to categorize saved videos

✓ Respect data plans - HD videos use more data; download on Wi-Fi

✓ Use reputable downloaders - Choose trusted, secure tools

✓ No registration needed - Avoid tools requiring sign-up or personal info

Downloaded Video Won't Play?

Troubleshooting:

Update media player:

Use VLC Media Player (plays all formats)
Update your default video player

Check file format:

Pinterest videos download as MP4 (most compatible)
If different format, use video converter

Re-download:

File may be corrupted
Try downloading again

Storage space:

Ensure enough space on device
Large HD/4K files need more space

Alternative: Save Videos to Pinterest Board

If you just need access later (not offline):

Step 1: Tap/Click "Save" button on video

Step 2: Choose a board or create new one

To find group boards, see how to find group boards on Pinterest

Step 3: Video saves to your Pinterest board

Benefit: Always accessible from your Pinterest account

Downside: Requires internet to view

Common Questions

Can I download Pinterest videos without an account? Using web-based downloader tools, yes. The official Pinterest app method requires an account. Third-party downloaders typically work without requiring a Pinterest account.

Are Pinterest video downloaders safe? Reputable downloader tools are generally safe. Look for tools that don't require registration, don't ask for personal information, and process downloads securely. Always use trusted, well-known downloaders.

Can I download private Pinterest videos? Only if you have access to view them. Downloader tools can't bypass privacy settings.

Do downloaded videos have watermarks? Some may include the creator's username watermark. This is added by Pinterest, not downloaders.

Can I download Pinterest GIFs and images too? Yes. Most downloader tools support videos, GIFs, and images. You can download any media from Pinterest pins using downloader tools.

What format are downloaded videos? Usually MP4 (most compatible format for all devices).

Can I download entire Pinterest boards? Not directly. You'd need to download each video individually, or use specialized software. For managing boards, see how to delete a board on Pinterest and how to recover deleted Pinterest boards.

Will the creator know I downloaded their video? No. Pinterest doesn't notify creators of downloads.

Can I convert Pinterest videos to MP3? Some downloader tools offer MP3 conversion to extract audio only. For creating your own pins, see how to make a pin on Pinterest.

How long do downloads take? Usually seconds to a minute, depending on video size and internet speed.

The Bottom Line

Downloading Pinterest videos:

Official method: Pinterest mobile app → Share → Download (if available)

Works on iOS and Android
Only if creator enabled downloads
Limited to mobile devices

Alternative method: Copy video URL → Use a web-based downloader → Download

Works on all devices (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Use when official method isn't available
Desktop has no built-in download option

Key points:

Try the official method first (mobile app)
Use downloader tools when official method isn't available
Desktop requires a web-based downloader
Not all videos can be downloaded (creator settings)
Respect copyright and creator rights
Download for personal use only

Recommended tool: Genviral's Pinterest Video Downloader - Free and works on all devices.

Always download responsibly and credit creators when sharing their content. For managing your saved pins, see how to unsave pins on Pinterest and how to delete a Pinterest pin. For creating collages, see how to make Pinterest collage. For monetization strategies, see how to make money with Pinterest. For Pinterest strategies, see Pinterest posting strategy and Pinterest tips and tricks.

Managing content across multiple platforms? Genviral's Scheduler helps you schedule and organize social media posts for Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, and more-making it easy to plan your content strategy and maintain consistent posting.