How to Find the Original Pinterest Pin URL
When you want to share, save, or download something from Pinterest, having the correct Pin URL is important. A Pinterest search page, board link, profile link, and individual Pin URL are not the same thing.
The original Pinterest Pin URL points to one specific Pin. If you want to use a Pinterest downloader, this is usually the link you need.
Finding the correct URL is simple once you know where to look. You can copy it from the Pinterest app, a mobile browser, or a desktop computer. You can also check the URL before sending it to a downloader to make sure it points to the exact image or video you want.
This guide explains how to find the original Pinterest Pin URL on Android, iPhone, Windows, and Mac, along with ways to identify the correct link when you start from a search result, board, or shared Pinterest page.
What Is an Original Pinterest Pin URL?
A Pinterest Pin URL is the web address associated with an individual Pin.
For example, when you open a particular image or video on Pinterest, that Pin has its own page and URL.
This is different from:
- A Pinterest homepage URL
- A Pinterest profile URL
- A Pinterest board URL
- A Pinterest search URL
- A general category page
If you want to download one specific Pinterest image or video, the individual Pin URL is generally the most useful link.
Why Do You Need the Original Pin URL?
The individual Pin URL can be useful for several reasons.
You can use it to:
- Share a specific Pin
- Open the Pin later
- Send the Pin to someone
- Use a Pinterest image downloader
- Use a Pinterest video downloader
- Keep a reference to the original content
- Check the source of a Pinterest image or video
For downloaders in particular, using the individual Pin URL helps identify the exact content you want to process.
How to Find the Original Pinterest Pin URL on Mobile
The easiest way to find a Pin URL on a phone is through Pinterest’s sharing menu.
Step 1: Open Pinterest
Open the Pinterest app on your Android phone or iPhone.
You can also use Pinterest through a mobile browser.
Step 2: Find the Pin
Search for the image or video you want.
If you are starting from a board or search results page, tap the specific Pin to open it.
Step 3: Open the Share menu
With the individual Pin open, tap the Share button.
Pinterest provides options for sharing the selected Pin.
Step 4: Tap Copy Link
Choose Copy link.
The URL for that individual Pin will be copied to your phone’s clipboard.
You can now paste it into a browser, message, notes application, or compatible Pinterest downloader.
How to Find a Pinterest Pin URL on Android
Android users can follow these steps:
- Open the Pinterest app.
- Find the image or video.
- Tap the Pin.
- Tap Share.
- Select Copy link.
- Paste the link wherever you need it.
If you are planning to download the Pin, open your browser and paste the URL into a compatible Pinterest downloader.
For a detailed mobile downloading workflow, see Pinterest Downloader for Mobile.
How to Find a Pinterest Pin URL on iPhone
The process on iPhone is almost identical.
- Open Pinterest.
- Find the desired Pin.
- Open the individual Pin.
- Tap Share.
- Select Copy link.
- Open Safari or Chrome if needed.
- Paste the URL.
You can then use the URL to share the Pin or process it through a compatible downloader.
How to Find the Original Pinterest Pin URL on Desktop
Finding the original Pin URL on a computer is even easier because you can copy the address directly from the browser.
Method 1: Copy From the Address Bar
Open Pinterest in your desktop browser.
Find the content you want and click the Pin to open its individual page.
Look at the address bar at the top of your browser.
Click inside the address bar and copy the complete URL.
On Windows, you can use:
Ctrl + L → Ctrl + C
On Mac, use:
Command + L → Command + C
The copied address should point to the Pin you currently have open.
Method 2: Use Pinterest’s Share Option
You can also use the Share button on the individual Pin.
Select Copy link if the option is available.
This provides another simple way to obtain the Pin URL without manually selecting the address bar.
How to Find the Original URL From a Pinterest Search Result
Pinterest search results can contain many images and videos.
If you need the URL for one particular result, do not simply copy the search page address.
Instead:
- Search for your topic.
- Find the desired Pin.
- Click or tap the Pin.
- Open the individual Pin.
- Copy its link.
The search URL identifies your search results, while the Pin URL identifies the individual piece of content.
How to Find the Original Pin URL From a Pinterest Board
If you find an image or video inside a Pinterest board, you need to open that individual Pin before copying the URL.
For example:
Open Board → Select Pin → Open Pin → Copy Link
Do not copy the board URL if your goal is to identify one specific image or video.
A board can contain many Pins, so its URL does not identify the particular content you want.
How to Find a Pin URL From a Shared Pinterest Link
Someone may send you a Pinterest link through WhatsApp, Messenger, email, or another platform.
Open the link first.
If it takes you directly to the individual Pin, you can copy the URL from the browser address bar.
If it opens a board, profile, or search page instead, locate the specific Pin and open it before copying the URL.
This is especially useful when you want to pass the Pin to a downloader.
How to Check Whether a URL Is the Correct Pin URL
Before using a Pinterest URL, it is a good idea to test it.
Copy the URL and paste it into a new browser tab.
When the page loads, check whether:
- The correct Pin appears.
- The image or video is the one you wanted.
- The Pin is still publicly accessible.
- The URL is not for a board.
- The URL is not for a search page.
- The URL does not simply lead to the Pinterest homepage.
If the correct individual Pin opens, you have the link you need.
Pinterest Pin URL vs Board URL
These two URLs serve different purposes.
Pin URL
A Pin URL points to a specific piece of Pinterest content.
It is useful when you want to:
- Share one Pin
- Download one image
- Download one video
- Reference one piece of content
Board URL
A board URL points to a collection of Pins.
It is useful when you want to view the board or share the collection.
If a downloader asks for a Pin URL, use the individual Pin link rather than the board URL.
Pinterest Pin URL vs Profile URL
A Pinterest profile URL points to a user’s profile.
It does not identify one specific image or video.
If you find the content through someone’s profile, open the individual Pin first and copy that Pin’s URL.
The workflow is:
Profile → Pin → Individual Pin Page → Copy URL
How to Find a Pinterest Video’s Original Pin URL
The process is the same for videos.
- Open Pinterest.
- Find the video.
- Open the individual video Pin.
- Tap or click Share.
- Select Copy link.
You can then paste the URL into a compatible Pinterest video downloader.
If your goal is specifically to download the video, see How to Copy a Pinterest Video Link for more details.
How to Find a Pinterest Image’s Original Pin URL
For images, open the individual image Pin and copy its link.
On mobile, use the Share menu.
On desktop, you can copy the browser URL.
Once you have the URL, you can use it with a compatible Pinterest image downloader if you want to save the available image file.
Can You Find the Original Website From a Pinterest Pin?
The Pinterest Pin URL and the original website URL are not necessarily the same.
A Pin can link to another website, but the Pinterest URL identifies the Pin itself.
If you want to find the website associated with a Pin, look for the destination or source information provided on the individual Pin.
This distinction matters when researching where an image or piece of content originally came from.
A Pinterest Pin may be a repost, so the website linked from the Pin should not automatically be treated as proof of original authorship.
What If the Pinterest Pin URL Does Not Open?
If a copied URL does not open correctly, try these steps.
Copy the URL again
Return to Pinterest and use the Share → Copy link option again.
Open the Pin first
Make sure you are copying the URL after opening the individual Pin.
Check your internet connection
A temporary connection problem can prevent Pinterest from loading the page.
Try a browser
If the app is not behaving normally, open Pinterest through a browser and copy the URL from there.
Check whether the Pin is still available
A deleted or restricted Pin may no longer open normally.
Can You Find a Pinterest Pin URL Without Logging In?
If a Pin is publicly accessible, you may be able to open it through a browser and copy its URL without logging into Pinterest.
The exact availability of content can depend on Pinterest’s current access rules and the particular Pin.
If the content is not publicly accessible, you may need appropriate access to view it.
How to Use the Original Pin URL With a Downloader
Once you have found the correct Pin URL, using it with a downloader is straightforward.
The basic process is:
Find Pin → Open Individual Pin → Copy URL → Open Downloader → Paste URL → Process → Download
A browser-based service such as KlickPin can be used for this type of URL-based workflow.
The resulting file and available quality depend on the source associated with the particular Pin.
Common Mistakes When Copying Pinterest URLs
Several simple mistakes can cause problems.
Copying the search URL
A search URL identifies your Pinterest search rather than one specific Pin.
Copying the board URL
A board contains multiple Pins and does not identify one particular image or video.
Copying a profile URL
A profile URL identifies a Pinterest account rather than a specific Pin.
Editing the URL manually
Avoid deleting random parts of a Pinterest URL. Copy the complete link whenever possible.
Using an outdated link
If the Pin has been deleted or changed, an old URL may no longer work as expected.
Tips for Finding the Correct Pinterest Pin URL
Keep these tips in mind:
- Open the individual Pin before copying.
- Use Pinterest’s Copy link option when available.
- On desktop, copy the address from the browser’s address bar.
- Test the URL before sending it to a downloader.
- Do not use a board URL for an individual Pin.
- Do not use a search URL for an individual image or video.
- Keep the complete URL intact.
- Check that the Pin is still accessible.
These small steps can prevent many common URL-related problems.
Copyright and the Original Pinterest Pin
Finding the original Pin URL can help you identify and revisit the content, but it does not establish copyright ownership by itself.
Pinterest content can be uploaded, republished, or linked by different users.
If you want to reuse an image or video outside Pinterest, investigate the original source and applicable copyright or licensing conditions.
Downloading or locating a Pin does not automatically give you permission to republish it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the original Pinterest Pin URL?
Open the individual Pin and use Pinterest’s Share option to select Copy link. On desktop, you can also copy the URL directly from the browser address bar.
How do I find a Pinterest Pin URL on Android?
Open the Pin in the Pinterest app, tap Share, and choose Copy link.
How do I find a Pinterest Pin URL on iPhone?
Open the individual Pin, tap Share, and select Copy link. You can also open the Pin in Safari or Chrome and copy the address.
How do I find a Pinterest Pin URL on desktop?
Open the individual Pin and copy the URL from the browser’s address bar. You can also use Pinterest’s Share menu.
Can I get a Pin URL from a Pinterest board?
Yes. Open the specific Pin inside the board first, then copy the Pin’s URL.
Can I use a Pinterest search URL for downloading?
A search URL generally identifies the search results rather than one specific Pin. For downloading one image or video, use the individual Pin URL.
How do I find a Pinterest video URL?
Open the individual video Pin, use Share, and select Copy link. You can then use that URL with a compatible Pinterest video downloader.
How do I find a Pinterest image URL?
Open the individual image Pin and copy its link through the Share menu or browser address bar.
What is the difference between a Pin URL and a Pinterest profile URL?
A Pin URL identifies one specific Pin, while a profile URL identifies a Pinterest account.
Can I use the original Pin URL with KlickPin?
Yes. A compatible Pinterest downloader such as KlickPin can use the individual Pin URL as the starting point for processing available media.
Does the original Pin URL prove who created the image?
Not necessarily. A Pinterest Pin can contain content that was reposted or linked from another source. If authorship matters, investigate the source and licensing information separately.
Conclusion
Finding the original Pinterest Pin URL is simple once you know the difference between an individual Pin and other Pinterest pages.
On mobile, open the specific Pin and use Share → Copy link. On a desktop computer, you can copy the address directly from the browser’s address bar after opening the individual Pin.
If you found the content through a search result, board, or profile, always open the specific Pin before copying its URL. This ensures that you are working with the link for the exact image or video rather than a broader Pinterest page.
Once you have the correct Pin URL, you can share it, save it for later, or paste it into a compatible Pinterest downloader such as KlickPin. If the URL does not work, check that the Pin is still accessible and copy the link again.
Finally, remember that identifying a Pin’s URL is not the same as identifying copyright ownership. If you intend to reuse the content outside Pinterest, check the original source and applicable usage rights.
