Saving a picture from Pinterest sounds simple, until the download button isn't where it should be or the photo comes out blurry. This guide covers how to download images from Pinterest on Android, iPhone and computer, which method keeps the best quality, and how to fix the most common problems.
Short answer: Open the Pin, tap the three dots or Share, and choose "Download image" if Pinterest shows it. If the option is missing, or you want the full-size original, paste the Pin link into a free tool like PinsVid and save the photo.
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3 Ways to Save Pictures from Pinterest
There are three real options for how to download images from Pinterest, and they don't give the same result:
| Method | Works on | Image quality | Catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinterest's "Download image" | App and website | Varies, Pinterest doesn't say | Missing on some Pins and moved on Android |
| Online image downloader | Any browser | Largest version Pinterest has | Needs the Pin link |
| Screenshot | Any phone or PC | Lowest, cropped to your screen | Includes the app around the photo |
Below, each method is explained step by step, starting with Pinterest's own.
Method 1: Use Pinterest's Own Download Button
Pinterest's help page describes a built-in option, but where you find it depends on your device.
On iPhone and iPad
Open the Pin, tap the three-dot icon and tap Download image. The photo goes to your Photos app.
On Android
Pinterest has moved this option. On many phones, it now sits inside the Share menu. Open the Pin, tap Share, scroll the share sheet and tap Download image. Some app versions still show it under the three dots. The picture goes to your Gallery.
On the Pinterest website
Open the Pin, click the three dots next to the image and choose Download image.
This button doesn't always appear. Pinterest itself says not every Pin can be downloaded, and when we tested the app, the option simply wasn't there on the Pin we opened. If that happens to you, use Method 2.
Method 2: Download Images from Pinterest with PinsVid
An online tool works on every public Pin, whether or not Pinterest shows a download button. It also asks Pinterest for the largest copy of the photo, instead of the smaller preview your screen shows.
- Open the Pin and tap Share, then Copy link. On a computer, copy the address bar.
- Open the Pinterest image downloader on PinsVid.
- Paste the link and tap Download.
- Save the picture. For a carousel Pin, every image is listed, so you can save them all.
No app, no sign-up and no Pinterest login needed.
Method 3: Screenshot (Last Resort)
A screenshot works when nothing else does, but it's the weakest copy. You only get the pixels on your screen, the photo is often cropped, and the app's buttons and text can show up around it. Use it for a quick reference, not for a wallpaper, print or design project.
How to Download Images from Pinterest on a Computer
On Windows or Mac, you have one more trick. Right-click the image on a Pin page and choose Save image as. It's fast, but you get the size displayed on the page, which is often smaller than the photo the creator uploaded.
For the full-size file, copy the Pin's URL from the address bar, paste it into PinsVid and click Download. The picture lands in your Downloads folder.
How to Save Pinterest Photos to Camera Roll or Gallery
The last part of how to download images from Pinterest on a phone is finding the file. Where it ends up depends on the method:
- Pinterest's own button saves straight to Photos on iPhone and to Gallery on Android.
- Downloads from a browser on iPhone go to the Files app first. Open the file, tap Share, then Save Image to move it into your camera roll.
- Downloads from Chrome on Android go to the Download folder. If your Gallery doesn't show it, open the Files app and move the picture to Pictures or DCIM.
If Pinterest's own button fails on a phone, check that the app is allowed to save photos. On iPhone, go to Settings, then Pinterest, then Photos, and allow access. On Android, check the app's storage or photos permission.
How to Get HD, Full-Size Pinterest Images
When people ask how to download images from Pinterest, they usually mean in good quality. Pinterest shows scaled-down copies of photos in the feed and on Pin pages so they load fast. That's why a saved picture can look sharp on your phone but blurry on a laptop or in print.
To get the best version:
- Skip screenshots. They're limited to your screen's size.
- Use a downloader that fetches the original. PinsVid asks for the largest file Pinterest stores for that Pin.
- Check the source. If the creator uploaded a small image, that's the biggest version that exists. Look for the same photo on the creator's website for a larger copy.
A standard Pin image is 1000 × 1500 pixels, but many photographers upload much bigger files. Those are the ones that look noticeably better when saved in full size.
Carousel Pins and Profile Pictures
Carousel Pins hold several images you swipe through. Pinterest's button usually saves only the image on screen. With PinsVid, paste the carousel link once and you get every slide.
Profile pictures can't be downloaded from Pinterest at all, because the app only shows a small circle. Pasting the profile link into the PinsVid image tool gives you the profile photo as a full image.
Want a whole board of pictures at once? The Pinterest board downloader saves every pin on a public board in one go.
Why Can't I Download an Image from Pinterest?
| What you see | Likely reason | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| No "Download image" option | The Pin doesn't allow it, or it moved to the Share menu | Check Share, or use Method 2 |
| Download fails on phone | Pinterest can't access your photos or storage | Allow photo access in phone settings |
| It's a video or moving Pin | Images and videos are different files | See how to download video from Pinterest |
| The Pin won't open in a tool | It's on a secret board or private account | Only public Pins can be downloaded |
| The picture is blurry | You saved the preview, or the upload is small | Use the full-size method above |
For animated Pins, read our guide on how to download GIFs from Pinterest. GIFs need a different approach to keep moving.
Can You Use Images You Download from Pinterest?
Knowing how to download images from Pinterest is one thing. Using them is another, because downloading a photo doesn't mean you own it. Most Pinterest images belong to the photographer, artist or brand that made them. Keeping them for your own wallpaper, mood board or inspiration is personal use. Posting them on your website, in ads or on products is a different matter. Read whether Pinterest images are copyright free before you reuse one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Pinterest images look blurry after downloading?
You probably saved the preview. Pinterest shows scaled-down copies so pages load fast, and screenshots or right-click saves keep that small size. Download from the Pin link to get the largest file.
Why does Pinterest's download fail on my phone?
Pinterest may not have permission to save photos. On iPhone, go to Settings, then Pinterest, then Photos. On Android, check the app's storage or photos permission, then try again.
Where do downloaded Pinterest images go?
Pinterest's own button saves to Photos on iPhone and Gallery on Android. Browser downloads go to the Files app on iPhone and the Download folder on Android.
Can I download all images in a carousel Pin?
Yes. Pinterest's button usually saves only the image on screen, but pasting the carousel link into PinsVid gives you every slide at full size.
Can I download images from Pinterest without an account?
Yes. PinsVid works without a Pinterest login. Open the public Pin in a browser, copy its link and paste it into the tool.
