5 Easy Ways to Download Pinterest Images

Want a clean, quick way to save inspiration from Pinterest—without guesswork or clutter? This guide shows you exactly how to download images on Android, iPhone, and desktop using five straightforward methods. The steps are short, the choices are clear, and the results look great in your gallery, mood boards, and project folders.

Save a Pin in 60 Seconds

Android

Open the Pin.
Tap the ••• menu or Download ImageImage.
Confirm permissions if asked.
Find the file in Photos/Gallery → Downloads (or a “Pinterest” folder).

iPhone/iPad

Open the Pin.
Tap ••• → Download (or Share → Save Image if the button doesn’t show).
Image lands in Photos → Recents.

Desktop (Web)

Open the Pin’s full page (not just the feed).
Right-click → Open Image in new tab.
Right-click in that tab → Save Image as…
Name the file clearly and save it to your chosen folder.

That’s the fast lane. The sections below add polish—better quality, smarter organization, and time-saving tricks when you save often.

Get the Right File, Not a Tiny Preview

Pinterest often shows a feed preview before the full Pin. Previews are smaller and can look soft when used as wallpapers or in presentations. Always open the Pin’s detail page first. On a desktop, “Open image in new tab” usually reveals a larger, cleaner file. If a Pin links to a source site, that page can sometimes host an even higher-resolution version.

A little care here pays off: bigger, sharper files, fewer do-overs.

The Five Methods—Step-by-Step

Built-In Download (Fastest on Every Platform)

Android

Open the Pin and tap ••• or Download image.
Grant storage permission once; future saves are instant.
Check Photos/Gallery to confirm.

iPhone/iPad

Open the Pin, tap ••• → Download.
If you don’t see Download, use Share → Save Image.
Please find it in Photos.

Desktop

On the Pin page, look for a Download button.
If missing, jump to Method 3 for a high-quality save.

Pro tip: After saving, rename the file to something meaningful (e.g., pastel-kitchen-palette-2025-10.jpg). You’ll thank yourself later.

Save via Share Sheet (Mobile Shortcut)

When the app hides a download button, your phone’s share sheet can still hand the image to Photos.

Android

Open the Pin → Share.
Choose Save Image or a gallery/import option.
Confirm permissions if prompted.

iPhone/iPad

Open the Pin → Share.
Tap Save Image.
Image appears in Photos → Recents.

This method feels natural and works across many apps, not just Pinterest. It’s great for quick saves while browsing.

Open in New Tab & Save (Best Quality on Desktop)

Some Pins embed the Image inside containers, which can interfere with a clean right-click save. Opening the Image itself in a new tab avoids that.

Chrome/Edge

Open the full Pin page.
Right-click the Image → Open Image in new tab.
In the new tab: Right-click → Save Image as…

Firefox/Safari

Open the full Pin page.
Right-click/Control-click → Open Image in New Tab (or similar).
Save from that tab.

If the saved file looks small, look for a Visit button on the Pin and check the source page—brands often host larger originals.

Link-to-File (When the Button Won’t Show)

Sometimes the in-app Download is hidden or not available. In those moments, a reliable downloader can pull the actual image from the Pin link.

How to capture the link

Mobile: Open Pin → Share → Copy link.
Desktop: Copy the URL from your browser’s address bar.

Paste & save

Open a downloader in your browser.
Paste the Pin link and fetch the Image.
Save the file locally with a clear name.

For a smooth, single-purpose option, use a Pinterest image downloader. Paste the Pin URL, fetch, and save—handy when native buttons are missing or you need a direct file for a design board.

Method 5 — One-Tap Automation

If saving is part of your daily workflow, lightweight automations reduce friction.

iPhone/iPad (Shortcut idea)

Create a Shortcut that accepts URLs from the share sheet.
Actions: Get Contents of URL → Save to Photo Album.
From Pinterest, Share → your Shortcut.
The Image lands in Photos—no extra taps.

Android

Install a tiny “share-to-download” helper that accepts links.
Set its destination folder once (e.g., Pictures/Pinterest).
From any Pin: Share → the helper.
It saves in the background while you keep browsing.

Automations keep you in the creative flow: collect, categorise, and move on.

If the Download Button Seems Missing

Open the full Pin (not the grid).
Switch devices: if the mobile hides it, the desktop often shows it.
Follow the Pin’s Visit link for a higher-resolution source image.
Use the link-to-file approach when native options aren’t present.

Short, simple checks—no roadblocks.

Choose the Right Method for the Moment

Need a fast, no-thinking save? Method 1 (built-in).
On mobile, and the button’s hidden? Method 2 (share sheet).
Want the cleanest desktop file? Method 3 (new-tab save).
Button not available at all? Method 4 (link-to-file).
Saving a lot, often? Method 5 (automation).

Pick the shortest path that still gives you the quality you want.

Power Tips for a Polished, Searchable Library

Create a simple folder strategy

Desktop: /Pictures/Pinterest/ with subfolders by theme, client, or date.
Mobile: mirror a similar structure in your cloud photos.

Name files so future-you can find them

Use clear, keyword-rich names: terracotta-living-room-idea-2025-10.jpg.
Add a short tag if it’s part of a project: brandx-mood-terracotta-2025.jpg.

Batch like a pro (desktop)

Open Pin → Open Image in new tab, Ctrl/Cmd+S to save, Ctrl/Cmd+W to close.
That rhythm turns dozens of saves into minutes of work.

Keep the library lean

Use a duplicate cleaner occasionally.
Archive older explorations into dated folders (e.g., /Archive/2024-palettes/) to keep your current workspace neat.

Sync across devices

Turn on Google Photos, iCloud Photos, or OneDrive.
It keeps inspiration available on phone and desktop without manual transfers.

These small habits make your collection professional: easy to search, easy to share, and always ready for presentations or client mood boards.

When You Don’t Need the File: Save the Idea Instead

Not every spark needs a download. Pinterest’s native tools are excellent for light, clutter-free collecting.

Boards for themes: kitchens, outfits, colour palettes, packaging.
Private boards for work-in-progress: keep explorations tidy until you’re ready to share.
Follow boards and creators: fresh ideas roll into your feed automatically.
Wallpapers straight from Photos: if your goal is a background, saving to Photos and setting it from there is quick and reversible.

Use files when you plan to edit, present, or archive. Use boards when you’re still exploring.

Conclusion

Saving images from Pinterest should feel effortless. Open the full Pin, choose the method that matches your device, and aim for a clean file name in a tidy folder. Built-in downloads handle most cases; the mobile share sheet is a quiet hero when buttons hide; the desktop new-tab route delivers crisp quality; a link-to-file tool bridges the gaps; and simple automations keep heavy curation smooth.

With these five methods—and a couple of smart habits—you’ll build a high-quality inspiration library that’s easy to search, easy to share, and always ready when ideas strike.