Want to tidy up your Pinterest account and simplify your boards? Good news. Pinterest actually lets you merge entire boards and board sections. This is a great way to clean up old boards, combine similar topics, and keep your account easy to navigate.
This post covers exactly how to merge boards on Pinterest step-by-step.
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What Happens When You Merge Boards
When you merge one board into another, all the pins from the first board move into the destination board. The original board gets deleted after the merge, so make sure you choose the right board before confirming.
You can also merge sections, which works the same way but only inside one board.
How to Merge Pinterest Boards
Here’s the simple process:
- Go to your Pinterest profile.
- Open the board you want to merge.
- Click the three dots at the top.
- Choose Merge.
- Select the board you want to merge it into.
- Confirm the merge.
Pinterest will move everything over and remove the original board once it’s done.
How to Merge Board Sections
You can also merge sections inside a single board:
- Open the board that has the sections you want to combine.
- Tap the section.
- Click the three dots.
- Choose Merge.
- Pick the section you want to merge it into.
- Confirm.
This is a quick way to clean up messy boards without starting over.
When Merging Boards Is a Good Idea
Merging helps when:
- You made multiple boards about the same topic and want everything in one place.
- Your account feels cluttered and you want fewer boards.
- You are rebranding your Pinterest account for business and want a clear niche.
- It keeps your profile simple and lets Pinterest understand your content better, which can help your reach.
What To Do Before Merging Boards
It’s smart to check a few things:
- Your destination board should have a clear, keyword rich title.
- Your board descriptions should match the new combined topic.
- Your sections should be organized if you want things extra tidy.
- A little cleanup makes the merge smoother and helps Pinterest show your content to the right audience.
FAQ
Can you undo a board merge on Pinterest?
No. Once you merge a board into another, the original board is deleted. You can’t unmerge them.
Do you lose pins when you merge boards?
No. All pins move into the new board. Nothing is removed except the old board itself.
Can you choose which pins to merge?
Not during a merge. A merge moves everything. If you want to keep only some pins, manually move them instead.
Can you merge private boards?
Yes. You can merge public or private boards.
Is merging the same as deleting?
Not exactly. Merging moves the pins first and then removes the original board.
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