How to Save and Download Pinterest Videos to Your Device

Pinterest is one of the best platforms for finding creative ideas, home decor inspiration, cooking recipes, and DIY tutorials. However, unlike photos, Pinterest does not provide a direct button to save videos to your device's local storage.

Whether you want to keep a recipe video handy in your kitchen, save a workout routine for offline access at the gym, or keep a compilation of design ideas, you will need a reliable method to download these media files. In this guide, we will show you how to easily download Pinterest videos to your mobile phone, tablet, or desktop computer.

Why Doesn't Pinterest Let You Download Videos Directly?

While the platform has a built-in feature to "Download Image" for photos, video pins are handled differently. Pinterest hosts videos using streaming formats to optimize loading speeds within their app. Because of this, the interface only offers options to "Save" the video to one of your Pinterest boards, which requires an active internet connection to watch later. To get the actual video file (usually in MP4 format) onto your hard drive or camera roll, you must use an external web extraction utility.

Step-by-Step Guide to Download Pinterest Videos on Desktop

If you are browsing on a Mac, Windows, or Linux desktop browser, the quickest way to extract and download a video is by copying the pin link. Follow these steps:

1. Find the Video: Open Pinterest in your browser and locate the video pin you wish to save.
2. Copy the URL: Click on the address bar of your browser and copy the entire URL (Ctrl+C on Windows or Cmd+C on Mac). Alternatively, you can click the small "Share" icon on the pin and select "Copy Link".
3. Use an Online Extraction Tool: Navigate to a free Pinterest downloader tool (like our sub-utility on this site). Paste the link into the input box and click the download button.
4. Save the File: The tool will generate a direct download link. Right-click the button and select "Save Link As..." to save the MP4 video directly to your downloads folder.

How to Save Pinterest Videos on Mobile (iPhone & Android)

Downloading videos on mobile devices is just as simple, though the interface looks slightly different. You can use any mobile browser (Safari, Chrome, or Firefox) to complete the process:

• Open the official Pinterest application on your iOS or Android device.
• Find the video pin you want to save and tap on it to open the full view.
• Tap the three dots in the top right corner, or tap the Share button in the bottom right corner.
• Select "Copy Link" from the menu options.
• Open your phone's internet browser, navigate to an online Pinterest video downloader, paste the link, and tap download.
• Hold down on the generated download button and select "Download Linked File" (on iOS Safari) or "Save Video" (on Android) to store the file in your Photos app or Downloads folder.

What is the Best Format for Saving Pinterest Videos?

When extracting video content, you should aim for the most compatible and high-quality format possible. The industry standard is MP4. Let's look at why:

Troubleshooting Common Download Issues

If you encounter errors while trying to save a video, check the following checklist:

• Private Boards: If the video is saved on a private, secret, or group board, extraction tools will not be able to access the link. Make sure the pin is public.
• Expired Links: Sometimes, temporary session links expire. Refresh the Pinterest page and copy a fresh link.
• Ad-Blockers: Certain strict browser extensions can block the background network requests that fetch the video file. Try pausing your ad-blocker for the downloader site.

Frequently Asked Questions