Sometimes you save a pin and later decide it doesn’t fit your board, brand, or aesthetic. Unpinning is the simplest way to remove pins and keep your boards organized, visually appealing, and focused. Here’s how to unpin a pin on Pinterest.
Table of Contents
What Does It Meant to Unpin a Pin on Pinterest?
Unpinning a pin deletes it from your board, but other copies of the same pin may still exist elsewhere on Pinterest. This is a useful way to tidy up your boards, maintain a consistent aesthetic, or remove outdated content.
How to Unpin on Desktop
- Go to the board where the pin is saved.
- Hover over the pin you want to remove.
- Click the three dots in the corner of the pin.
- Select Delete Pin and confirm if prompted.
How to Unpin on Mobile
- Open the Pinterest app and go to the board.
- Tap the pin you want to remove.
- Tap the three dots at the top corner of the pin.
- Select Delete Pin and confirm.
Tips for Managing Your Boards
Regularly reviewing your boards helps keep your profile clean and cohesive. Remove pins that are outdated, irrelevant, or low quality. Focus on high-quality content that fits your niche, brand, or overall Pinterest aesthetic.
FAQ
What happens when I unpin a pin?
Unpinning deletes the pin from your board and account, but it’s possible for other copies of the same pin to still exist elsewhere on Pinterest. If you pin something on accident and then delete it right away, you are likely deleting the only copy.
Can I unpin a pin from someone else’s board?
No. You can only remove pins that you’ve saved to your own boards. Pins on other people’s boards stay where they are.
Is unpinning the same as deleting a pin?
Yes, unpinning removes the pin from your board, but it doesn’t necessarily remove other copies of the pin that may exist elsewhere if someone else has saved additional original copies of it.
Final Thoughts
Unpinning keeps your boards looking intentional and organized. Whether you’re updating your aesthetic, planning a project, or cleaning up, unpinning makes your profile more appealing and easier for your audience to navigate.
Want help with your Pinterest account? Check out my Pinterest management services here.
Prefer to DIY your Pinterest? Check out my Pinterest course to grow your Pinterest account!
