How to Upload Videos on Pinterest – A Comprehensive Guide

ByJim Miller

Pinterest is a popular platform that allows users to discover and save images of their interests. However, did you know that you can also upload videos on Pinterest? In this guide, we will show you how to pin videos from websites like YouTube and also how to directly upload videos to Pinterest.

Pinning Videos on Pinterest from Websites Like YouTube

If you want to pin videos on Pinterest, but you can't upload them directly, you can use a workaround by saving videos from websites like YouTube. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Upload your video to YouTube.
  2. Open Pinterest and click on the Plus (+) icon at the bottom right corner.
  3. Select the option “Create a Pin.”
  4. Choose the “Save from website” option.
  5. Paste the YouTube link of the video you want to upload or link from any website with a video.
  6. Select the thumbnail photo and click on “Next.”
  7. Choose the Pinterest board where you want to post the pin.
  8. Once done, you can see the pin on your Pinterest board with the thumbnail. Click on the title to watch the video.

Uploading Videos Directly on Pinterest

To upload videos directly on Pinterest, you need to have a Pinterest Business account. Here are a few things you need to know before uploading videos:

  • You can only post videos with a Pinterest Business account, which is free and offers additional benefits.
  • The allowed file formats are .mp4, .m4v, and .mov.
  • The maximum file size is 2GB, and the maximum length is 30 minutes.
  • Although vertical videos work well with Pinterest's layout, it supports all aspect ratios.

To convert your personal Pinterest account to a Business account:

  1. Go to the Pinterest Business account page and log in to Pinterest.
  2. Enter your profile name and select “No” if you don't have a website.
  3. Choose your country and language, and click on “Next.”
  4. Select the focus of your business that best describes your account and business.
  5. If the given options don't describe your business, select “I'm not sure” and click on “Next.”
  6. When asked about running ads on Pinterest, select “I'm not sure yet” and click on “Next.”

Congratulations! Your personal Pinterest account is now successfully converted into a Business account.

To upload a video on Pinterest:

  1. On the Pinterest homepage, click on the “Create” button in the top menu and select “Create Pin.”
  2. Upload the video you want to post on Pinterest, ensuring it meets the file size and length requirements.
  3. Add a title, description, alt text, and other necessary details.
  4. Select the Pinterest board where you want to upload the video.
  5. Click on “Publish.”

That's it! Your video will be posted on Pinterest, and people can watch it directly on the platform.

Wrapping Up

While the easiest way to post videos on Pinterest is by using the YouTube method, which only posts a thumbnail with a link to the video, you can also upload videos directly by switching to a Pinterest Business account. Keep in mind that if you switch back to a normal account, you will lose the ability to upload videos but the ones already uploaded will remain on your profile.

So go ahead and start sharing your favorite videos on Pinterest to engage your audience and showcase your content in a visually appealing way.

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