What it is
Photo social networks are popular. We use them to communicate with friends and promote business. Let's consider one of the popular projects. So, what is Pinterest and how to use it. Pinterest is a visual social network where people share photos. Publications are divided into blocks called “Boards”. The developers have provided the ability to create multiple boards and distribute them according to groups. Like the post and add comments. Clicking on a photo takes you to the original source.
Glossary of terms
Let's understand the terminology of the social network:
- What are Pins on Pinterest? It means a photograph, drawing or picture that is posted on the service;
- Board. A place where pins of the same topic are located. The service offers to create an unlimited number of boards and sort them;
- Repin (Repin). Adding a photo you like from another person’s album.
More details about Pinterest
Internet users are just beginning to actively get acquainted with the photo-social network Pinterest. For those who are not yet registered in it, but are thinking about it, our site will tell you what it is – Pinterest.
Pin.
This is a photo post. It can be downloaded from the user's photos or the Internet. You can add a short description to it if you wish.
Board.
This is a block dedicated to one topic. You can group photos and pictures that have similar characteristics. For example, for a page with confectionery products, you can create boards: “Cakes”, “Handmade Sweets”, “Cupcakes” and much more.
Repin (repin).
This is the same as the well-known reposts. You can add your favorite posts from other users to your board.
Registration
First register. The site offers two options. Via Facebook, Google or by filling out the registration form and entering your email address.
Write down your first and last name, age and gender.
Select five topics to watch. Their images will appear in your feed. Then change them, or unsubscribe.
The service will offer to install an application button for the browser to quickly add new pins. If you plan to use a social network often, install it.
Further:
Installation occurs automatically. Confirm your email before starting work. A letter will come to him. Click the "Confirm" button.
How to download from a computer
You cannot directly download videos from Pinterest to your computer: the service does not have built-in tools for this. In addition, this is prohibited according to the site's policy. To download the file, you will need to install an extension in your browser. There are several effective and free solutions.
The Pinterest Video Downloader extension is designed specifically for the Google Chrome browser. With its help, you can quickly and free download any files from the service: gifs, videos, images.
The PinDown plugin is a browser add-on that allows you to download any content on Pinterest in two clicks online. After installation, go to the website, select the file you are interested in, and left-click on it. In the context menu, select the option to save content to your hard drive. You can save content in any folder you select in your browser settings. Its only drawback is that you have to download files one at a time.
There is another way to download videos from a Pinterest board on a PC - the Free Online Pinterest Video Downloader extension. The download is carried out via the link - copy the file address and paste it into the plugin’s search bar. You can also use it to save content from Facebook and Instagram.
Now you know whether you can download videos from Pinterest. Thanks to utilities and applications from third-party developers, this can be done in a few clicks. For smartphones, you will need to install downloader applications. There are special extensions for browsers. Want to make your site black? We will tell you how to make a dark theme using the link.
How to use
Let's look at how to create boards yourself. Go to your profile (top right), click the “Boards” link. A “+” icon will appear at the top. Click it, select "Create".
Come up with an album name. It must match the contents of the board.
If you want no one to see the album, activate the switch in the “Secret” field
The site will offer options for searching images.
For example, click on the first image, a series of pictures will open. Hover your mouse over the ones you like and select “Save”. The pin will be added to the board.
How to create a Pin
Click the button that looks like a “+” sign. Further:
A window will open where you can upload an image and enter a link to the site.
Select a board to save, or create a new one. If you want to share a Pin with a person who is not in this network, click on it once LKP, then:
Settings
Click the icon (three dots) at the top right: Settings are divided into categories for ease of use. For example, on the Settings tab, edit:
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Mobile app
What is the Pinterest mobile app? This is specialized software created for all operating systems. Write a request in the search form and receive an answer in the form of pictures. For example, for Android, go to: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pinterest&hl=ru on your smartphone. Click the "Install" button.
Adding a new photo. Open your profile page by clicking the “+” icon, then “Photo”.
A list of images will open. Select what you need.
Add it.
Description of the site
Pinterest is very similar to a search engine. Only when a user enters a query, not pages pop up, but a large number of different photographs. One click, and the photo is enlarged, the second - you go to the source site. People who run their blogs strive for a large number of views. Pinterest allows uploaded content to go viral. It begins to spread quickly across the network. Accounts that are included in social proofs (better known to us as “Top”) receive free traffic. This allows you to successfully promote your business online. Pinterest is just starting to gain popularity, especially in the US. Therefore, you can start promoting your business abroad without having too many competitors in this network.
Audience.
About 92% of Pinterest users are women. At the moment there are fewer men, but statistics show that this fact is gradually changing. The age category is mainly from 20 to 45 years. At the same time, users prefer to access the Pinterest mobile app more often than the full version of the site.
Content.
About 80% of it consists of repins from other sites. What does it mean? Already downloaded information is actively disseminated on the site. This can be a significant advantage. Something new may interest users and quickly spread in the form of repins.
How to delete
Open a board that is not needed. Click the edit button (pencil icon).
Select "Delete".
How to delete selectively
Find the pin you don't need. Hover over it with LMB and select the “Edit” button. Further:
Rules of etiquette
To become popular and increase your reputation, follow these rules:
- Publish your materials and those of other users in a 50/50 ratio;
- Provide links to the original source. Don't engage in deception;
- Add descriptions;
- Don't spam;
- If you liked the content, please like it;
- Use legal photos;
- Don't cheat your ratings.
How to install the Pinterest app on your computer?
To install Pinterest on your PC, download BlueStacks 3 from our website, which is an emulator of the Android operating system for Windows. You can synchronize your phone with your computer and tablet and use the application on any of them.
Thanks to BlueStacks 3, you can download any applications, games, music and videos designed for mobile devices to your computer, as well as read and listen to e-books. This program is absolutely free, has a clear interface and allows the user to make the necessary settings.
Installation does not take much time:
- Download the installation file and run it on your PC.
- To register in the system, enter your Google account information.
- Once the installation is complete, open BlueStacks 3 and go to the Play Market.
- Find Pinterest in the list of apps and download it.
