Pinterest Video Downloader

Save any Idea Pin or Video Pin as crisp 1080p MP4, or grab static Pins as high-res JPG.

Why people download Pinterest content

Pinterest is a visual discovery engine where users curate collections—called Boards—of Pins. While the platform is designed for online browsing, many users want to keep a local copy of content for offline inspiration, presentations, or archival purposes. Common motivations include:

  • Saving high-resolution images from Idea Pins or standard Pins for design work.
  • Archiving Video Pins (e.g., DIY tutorials, recipes) before they are removed or the Pinner deletes them.
  • Extracting still frames or animated GIFs from a Story Pin to use in other projects.
  • Building a personal reference library without relying on an internet connection.

Pinterest does not offer a native download button for most content—only for your own Pins. This gap makes a dedicated downloader valuable.

What you can save with this Pinterest downloader

This tool retrieves the original source files from Pinterest’s CDN. It supports the major content types hosted on the platform:

  • Video Pins – MP4 files at up to 1080p resolution, encoded with H.264 codec. Some older or low-quality uploads may only be available at 720p or lower.
  • Idea Pins – These are multi-page creations that combine images and videos. Each page can be saved individually as JPG, PNG, or MP4, depending on content.
  • Story Pins – Full-screen vertical video or image sequences. They are saved as MP4 (video pages) or JPEG (static frames).
  • Image Pins – Static photos in JPG or PNG format. The downloader returns the highest resolution available, often exceeding 1080p for images.
  • Animated GIFs – Some Pins loop animated content. The tool extracts the original GIF (or falls back to MP4 if GIF is not available).

File type details

Content Type Typical Format Max Resolution Notes
Video Pin MP4 (H.264) 1080p May include AAC audio; 30 fps typical
Image Pin JPG or PNG Varies (up to 4K) PNG for graphics, JPG for photos
Story Pin MP4 (vertical) 1080x1920 Usually 9:16 aspect ratio
Idea Pin pages Mixed Up to 1080p per page Pages can be mixed media

Limits, restrictions, and what it can NOT do

Pinterest content is largely public, but not everything is accessible. Be aware of the following:

  • Secret Boards – Pins saved to secret Boards are private. This tool cannot access them without authentication, and we do not support login-based extraction.
  • Age-restricted content – Pins tagged as sensitive or NSFW are blocked from direct access; the downloader may return a placeholder or fail.
  • Geo-blocking – Some Pins may be restricted to certain regions by the uploader; the CDN may deny requests from outside that area.
  • No DRM – Pinterest does not apply DRM, so all publicly visible Pins are technically downloadable. However, content owned by third parties (e.g., YouTube videos embedded as Pins) is not saved—only the Pin metadata.
  • Account-bound features – Your own Pins, saves, or following lists cannot be downloaded; this tool only salvages individual Pins by URL.

In summary, any Pin you can view in your browser without logging in can be downloaded. Pins behind login walls, secret Boards, or age gates remain out of reach—intentionally, to respect the Pinner’s privacy choices.

Looking for something else? If you also need to save from other sites, try our Flickr Downloader, Instagram Downloader or Tiktok Downloader.

Why use this Pinterest downloader

  • Save Video Pins as MP4. Download any Video Pin in original MP4 format up to 1080p resolution, no quality loss.
  • Extract Story Pin Clips. For multi-clip Story Pins, download each segment as a separate MP4 file with proper timestamps.
  • Grab Idea Pin Images. Extract still images from Idea Pins as high-quality JPG or PNG, retaining original resolution.
  • Batch Download Entire Boards. Download all video and image Pins from any public Board in one operation, organized by Pin title.
  • Animated Pin to GIF. Convert animated Video Pins into looping GIF files, preserving frame rate and duration.

Supported Pinterest formats

FormatQualityNotes
MP4Up to 1080pH.264+AAC; works in every player
JPEGOriginalLossy image format; suitable for photos
PNGOriginalLossless image format; supports transparency
GIFOriginalAnimated image format; limited to 256 colors

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What video formats and resolutions are available for downloaded Pinterest Pins?
    Pinterest video Pins are typically served in MP4 format at resolutions up to 1080p. Images (including JPG and PNG) and GIFs are also downloadable. OrbitDownloader preserves the original quality up to the platform's maximum.
  • Can I download Idea Pins or Story Pins from Pinterest?
    Yes, OrbitDownloader supports downloading Idea Pins and Story Pins. These often contain multiple video segments or looping clips; the tool combines them into a single MP4 file when possible, maintaining original resolution.
  • Do I need to log into Pinterest to download private Pins or Board content?
    Private Pins and secret Boards require you to be logged into Pinterest and have access. OrbitDownloader works with your browser cookies, so ensure you're authenticated before attempting to download restricted content.
  • Is OrbitDownloader compatible with Pinterest on mobile devices or only desktop?
    OrbitDownloader works on both desktop and mobile browsers. For mobile, you can paste the Pin URL into the tool or use the share sheet. Downloadable formats remain MP4, GIF, JPG, or PNG regardless of device.
  • Is downloading Pins from Pinterest allowed under their Terms of Service?
    Pinterest's TOS permit downloading your own content or public Pins for personal use. However, redistributing downloaded material may violate copyright. Always respect Pinner's rights and use downloads for offline viewing only.
  • Can I download all videos from a Pinterest Board at once?
    OrbitDownloader supports batch downloading by pasting the Board URL. It will scan all Pins on that Board and extract video (MP4) and image files. Note that Story Pins with multiple clips are saved as single MP4s.
  • Why does my Pinterest video download fail or produce a broken file?
    Common issues include expired or broken Pin URLs (e.g., deleted Pins), server-side restrictions, or an unstable internet connection. Try refreshing the Pin page and copying a fresh URL. Also ensure OrbitDownloader is updated to the latest version.

How It Works

  • 1
    Copy the Pin URL. Open the Pin on Pinterest. On desktop, copy the URL from the address bar. On mobile, tap the share icon (arrow) and select 'Copy link' to capture the Pin's direct URL.
  • 2
    Select format and quality. Choose your preferred format: MP4 for video Pins (up to 1080p), GIF for animated content, or JPG/PNG for static images. Note that Story Pins may contain multiple clips; later steps will handle selection.
  • 3
    Paste link into OrbitDownloader. Go to OrbitDownloader's website or app. Paste the copied Pinterest URL into the input field. The tool will automatically analyze the Pin's media type and available resolutions.
  • 4
    Download and parse the media. Click the 'Download' button. OrbitDownloader will fetch the media. For Idea Pins with multiple videos, a list will appear—select the desired clip. Confirm the chosen quality (e.g., 1080p MP4).
  • 5
    Save the file to your device. Once processing completes, a download link appears. Click to save the file. Verify the output matches your selected format and resolution. For best results, use a stable internet connection.

Troubleshooting

  • Some Video Pins are animated GIFs without audio; downloading as mp4 yields a silent file or fails.
    Inspect the pin's media type before download; if it's a GIF, use the GIF format download option or convert to mp4 with no audio track.
  • Idea Pins (Story Pins) contain multiple slides, but direct download only captures the first slide as a static image.
    Use a Pinterest Story Pin downloader that iterates through each page, downloads all slides, and combines them into a video (mp4) or a composite image (png).
  • Video Pins embedded from external platforms like YouTube cannot be downloaded directly from Pinterest.
    Extract the original source URL from the pin's page source and use a downloader specific to that platform (e.g., YouTube) to get the video.
  • Pinterest compresses uploaded videos; the downloaded mp4 may have lower bitrate than the original.
    Check for a 'maxquality' or similar parameter in the page source or try downloading via a browser extension that fetches the highest-bitrate stream available.

Respect Pinterest's Terms of Service. Only download content you own or have permission to use, and always give credit to original creators.

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