How to Download Pinterest Images in Full Original Quality

Pinterest images can be saved in their original full resolution — not the compressed preview version the platform shows by default. This guide explains how to download Pinterest images at the highest quality available.

Why Pinterest Previews Look Lower Quality

Pinterest serves compressed thumbnails for fast page loading. The original image uploaded by the creator is stored separately at full resolution. To get the original quality, you need to access the source image URL — not the thumbnail URL that appears in the page source.

How to Download Pinterest Images in Original Quality

1. Open the Pinterest pin you want to save
2. Copy the pin URL from the browser address bar (format: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/123456789/)
3. Go to socialsavehub.com/pinterest-downloader
4. Paste the URL → click Download
5. Save the image — delivered at the original uploaded resolution

What “Original Quality” Means on Pinterest

Pinterest resizes images at upload: standard pins are served at up to 1200px wide for most content. The “original” in this context is the largest version Pinterest stores — not necessarily the camera-original file (Pinterest applies its own compression on upload). You get the best available version, which is significantly higher quality than the thumbnail you see on the board.

Downloading Pinterest Videos

Pinterest also hosts video pins. The same process applies — paste the pin URL and the downloader returns the video file as an MP4.

Troubleshooting

• Download returns a low-resolution image: The creator may have uploaded a low-resolution original. Pinterest cannot serve higher quality than what was uploaded.
• Pin URL not working: Make sure you copied the pin URL (ending in /pin/ and a number), not a board URL or the main Pinterest homepage.
• Private board pin: Pins on secret (private) boards are not publicly accessible and cannot be downloaded by external tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I download Pinterest images without a Pinterest account?

Yes. SocialSave Hub accesses public pin URLs without requiring any Pinterest login.

What image format do Pinterest downloads use?

Most Pinterest images download as JPG. Some pins with transparency (infographics, illustrations) may download as PNG.

Can I download all images from a Pinterest board at once?

Currently, each pin requires a separate download. For bulk board downloads, Pinterest’s own data export feature (Settings → Privacy and data → Request your data) lets you export all your saved pins.