Is It Legal to Download Pinterest Videos? (Honest Answer 2026)

Every time I mention downloading Pinterest videos to someone, the first thing they ask is "is that even legal?" Fair question. Here is my honest take after looking into this.

The Short Answer

Downloading a Pinterest video to watch later? Generally fine.

Using it in your own YouTube video or selling it? Not fine.

It comes down to what you do with it after.

Personal Use Is Usually OK

Copyright law (at least in the US) has something called "fair use." Without getting too nerdy about it, it means you can save content for personal reasons:

• Watching a recipe video when you are cooking
• Keeping a tutorial for later reference
• Saving something cool you found while scrolling
• Sharing it privately with a friend

None of that is going to get you in trouble. People do it every single day.

If you want to download videos, check out our Pinterest Video Downloader. For images, we have a Pinterest Image Downloader. And for animated content, try the Pinterest GIF Downloader.

Where You Get Into Trouble

The problems start when you try to use someone elses content as your own:

• Posting a downloaded Pinterest video on TikTok without credit
• Using it in a YouTube video and monetizing it
• Selling the content
• Claiming you made it
• Redistributing it at scale (like re-uploading hundreds of pins)

That is when you are crossing a line. The original creator made that content and they own the rights to it.

What Pinterest Themselves Say

Pinterest terms of service basically say: do not download stuff unless we give you a download button, and respect copyright.

But here is the thing — they do not actually stop you from downloading. And a lot of creators make their content public specifically because they want people to see it.

What I Think (Personal Opinion)

Look, I am not a lawyer. But here is how I see it:

If someone posts a public video on Pinterest and I save it to watch later while I am on a plane? That feels totally fine to me. I am not stealing anything. I am not making money off it. I am just watching a video.

If I took that same video and posted it on my Instagram claiming it is mine? That is messed up. That person worked hard on that content.

It is common sense, really.

What You CAN Safely Do

• Save videos to watch offline
• Keep tutorials for reference
• Share with friends privately
• Save recipes to try later
• Use as inspiration for your own original content

What You Should NOT Do

• Repost on social media without crediting the creator
• Use in monetized YouTube videos
• Sell the content
• Remove any credits or watermarks
• Mass-download and reupload

The SavePin Angle

SavePin is just a tool — like a screen recorder or a browser. It does not care what you do with the video after. But as a user, you should use common sense.

I use it to save cooking videos so I can follow along in the kitchen. Nothing wrong with that.

Related Guides

Want to learn more? Check out these guides:

• How to Save Pinterest Videos to Camera Roll - Step-by-step guide for iPhone and Android
• Best Pinterest Video Downloader Without Watermark - Compare the top free tools
• Download Pinterest Images in HD Quality - Save photos in the best resolution

FAQ (Real Questions I Get)

Will Pinterest ban me for downloading?

No. They do not track or penalize downloads.

Can I get a copyright strike?

Only if you repost the content publicly and the creator reports it.

What about saving images for Pinterest boards?

Repinning within Pinterest is totally fine. Downloading and reposting elsewhere is the issue.

Is SavePin legal?

The tool itself is legal. What you do with the downloaded content is your responsibility.

Bottom Line

Save Pinterest videos for personal use and you are fine. Do not steal peoples work and try to pass it off as your own. Pretty simple.