How to Download Pinterest Videos and Images (2026)
Save Pinterest videos, Idea Pins, and high-resolution images for free. A simple no-app guide to downloading from Pinterest on phone and desktop in 2026.
By SnapFrom Team
Pinterest is built for inspiration - recipes, design boards, DIY tutorials, outfit ideas. But saving a pin to a board keeps it inside Pinterest. If you want the actual video or a high-resolution image on your device, you need a downloader. Here is the free, no-app way to do it in 2026.
Why Download from Pinterest?
- Mood boards and references — Keep design or outfit inspiration in your own folders.
- Recipes and tutorials — Save step-by-step videos to follow offline in the kitchen or workshop.
- High-resolution images — Get the full-size image instead of the cropped board thumbnail.
- Archiving — Pins get removed or boards go private. A local copy keeps it.
How to Download Pinterest Videos and Images
SnapFrom pulls the source file directly. Three steps:
- Copy the pin link — Open the pin, tap the Share icon, and choose Copy link. On desktop, copy the URL from the address bar.
- Paste it on SnapFrom — Open snapfrom.net and paste the link. It detects Pinterest automatically.
- Download — Save the MP4 for videos or the full-resolution image to your device.
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Downloading on Mobile
iPhone and iPad
- In the Pinterest app, tap Share → Copy link.
- Open Safari, go to snapfrom.net, and paste the link.
- Download — the file appears in your Files app or Camera Roll.
Android
- Tap Share → Copy link on the pin.
- Open Chrome, go to snapfrom.net, and paste the URL.
- Download — it saves to your Downloads folder.
Videos vs Images vs Idea Pins
| Content type | What you get | |--------------|--------------| | Video pin | MP4 in the original resolution | | Image pin | Full-size image, not the cropped thumbnail | | Idea Pin | Each segment saved as video or image |
Tips for Saving Pinterest Content
- Use the full-size image for printing or design work - the board preview is downscaled.
- Save tutorials early - popular DIY and recipe pins sometimes get taken down.
- Respect creators - downloading for personal reference is fine; reposting as your own is not.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to download from Pinterest?
Yes. SnapFrom is free, with no limits, no account, and nothing to install.
Can I download Idea Pins?
Yes. Paste the Idea Pin link and SnapFrom saves the video or image segments.
Can I get the full-resolution image?
Yes. SnapFrom pulls the source image, not the cropped board thumbnail.
Can I download from private boards?
No. Only public pins can be downloaded.
Found a pin worth keeping? Open SnapFrom, paste the Pinterest link, and download it instantly.