How to Download Pinterest Videos & Pins
To download a Pinterest video, copy the pin URL or pin.it shortlink from the Pinterest app or website, paste it into SaveMyVid, click Download Video, and save the original HD MP4 without watermarks directly to your device storage.
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What a Pinterest Pin URL Looks Like
Pinterest links are formatted as canonical pin addresses containing a unique numeric identifier, or as shortlinks generated when sharing from the mobile app:
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps to save any public Pinterest video pin:
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Copy the Pinterest pin link
On the Pinterest app, tap the Share icon (or three dots) on the video pin and select Copy link. On desktop, copy the URL directly from your browser address bar.
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Paste URL into SaveMyVid
Open SaveMyVid Pinterest Downloader and paste the link into the input field.
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Click Download Video
Click the blue Download Video button. SaveMyVid resolves shortlinks and queries the source CDN (v.pinimg.com) to locate the progressive MP4.
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Save the MP4 file
Click Download to save the video pin directly to your smartphone or desktop computer.
Device Instructions: iPhone & Android
When you tap Download, Safari will ask to confirm the download. Tap Download. The file is placed in your Files app under Safari Downloads. To save to Camera Roll, open Files, open the video, tap Share, and select Save Video.
The video downloads directly into your Downloads folder and immediately appears in your device Gallery and Google Photos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I download Pinterest videos using pin.it shortlinks?↓
Yes! SaveMyVid automatically resolves pin.it mobile shortlinks and fetches the source progressive MP4 file directly from Pinterest CDN servers.
Does this guide apply to Pinterest Idea Pins?↓
Yes, SaveMyVid supports animated video pins, standard video pins, DIY craft videos, recipe clips, and Idea Pins.
Does SaveMyVid add any watermark or logo to Pinterest downloads?↓
No. You receive the exact original source video file uploaded by the creator, with zero watermarks or logos added.
Can I download videos from secret or private Pinterest boards?↓
No. SaveMyVid strictly operates on publicly accessible content. Content saved to private or secret boards cannot be accessed without authorization.
How do I save downloaded Pinterest videos on an iPhone?↓
Open SaveMyVid in Safari, paste the pin URL, and tap Download. Safari downloads the MP4 to your Files app. Tap the video in Files, tap Share, and choose "Save Video" to add it to your Photos app.