Pinterest may be a visual search engine, but videos are getting increasingly popular on the platform too!
If you find a video you love and would like to save it for later, this guide will give you step-by-step instructions on how to do it.
Why Save Videos from Pinterest?
Before diving into the methods, it’s worth understanding why you might want to save Pinterest videos:
- Offline access: Watch videos without an internet connection
- Reference material: Keep tutorials handy for future projects
- Content curation: Build a personal library of useful videos
- Sharing: Save videos to share with friends or family through other platforms
Method 1: Using the Pinterest Save Feature
Pinterest’s built-in save feature doesn’t download videos to your device but allows you to organize them for easy access within the platform.
Which may be easier because you don’t have to worry about storing them externally and can find everything you need really quickly.
- Locate the video you want to save while browsing Pinterest
- Click on the video to open it in full view
- Click the “Save” button in the top-right corner
- Select a board to save the video to, or create a new board
This method keeps the videos within your Pinterest account, accessible whenever you log in.
Method 2: Saving Video Directly from the App
Pinterest does not allow you to save videos from their web, but you can do that on the app itself, and here are the options:
For android follow these steps:
- Tap into a video Pin.
- Tap the share Android icon at the right side of the Pin.
- Tap the download icon to download the Pin to your device.
For iOS devices:
- Tap into a video Pin.
- Tap the share IOS icon at the right side of the Pin.
- Tap the download icon to download the Pin to your device.
Method 3: Using Online Video Downloader Websites
Various websites allow you to download Pinterest videos without installing any software.
Here are just a few options you can consider:
Legal and Ethical Considerations
When downloading videos from Pinterest, keep these important points in mind:
- Copyright: Pinterest content is protected by copyright. Download only for personal use.
- Attribution: If you plan to use the video in any way, proper attribution to the original creator is essential.
- Terms of Service: Be aware that Pinterest’s Terms of Service may have restrictions on downloading content.
- Privacy: Respect the privacy of people featured in videos you download.
Conclusion
Saving videos from Pinterest doesn’t have to be complicated.
Whether you prefer using the platform’s built-in features, browser extensions, third-party websites, mobile apps, or screen recording, there’s a method that will work for your specific needs.
Remember to respect copyright laws and use downloaded content responsibly.
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