Quick answer
Pinterest is a visual discovery app for finding and saving ideas for recipes, home decor, fashion, travel and DIY projects. Google Play lists the Pinterest APK version as "Varies with device", updated November 3, 2026. It's free to use, contains ads, and lists in-app purchases on Google Play.
| App name | |
|---|---|
| Developer | |
| Latest version | Varies with device |
| Updated | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Package name | com.pinterest |
| Category | Social |
| Price | Free |
| Contains ads | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes |
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What is Pinterest?
Pinterest is a visual search and discovery app. Instead of following friends, you search for ideas: dinner recipes, haircuts, living room makeovers, wedding themes, workout plans, tattoo designs, travel itineraries. You save the ideas you like as Pins on boards, and Pinterest learns your taste to recommend more.
Pinterest has passed 1 billion downloads on Google Play and is one of the social apps we list.
What's new in the latest Pinterest update
Google Play lists the Pinterest APK version as "Varies with device", updated on November 3, 2026. Pinterest's release note on Play says it polishes the app every week to make it faster and better. New features usually roll out gradually from Pinterest's servers.
Key features
Search and home feed
Search for anything and browse a grid of images and videos. Your home feed fills with ideas based on what you search for and save.
Boards
Save Pins to boards organised by topic. Make boards secret if you're planning a surprise, or invite others to collaborate on a shared board.
Visual search
Search with your camera or a photo, or select part of an image to find similar products and ideas.
Shopping
Many Pins link to products. Tap through to see prices and buy from the retailer's site.
Collages and videos
Create collages from cut-out images and watch short idea videos from creators.
Tips for using Pinterest
- Be specific. "Small balcony garden ideas" gives better results than "garden".
- Use secret boards for gifts and surprises.
- Tidy your boards. Delete Pins you no longer like to improve recommendations.
- Tell Pinterest what you don't want. Hide Pins and topics you're not interested in.
- Check the source. Tap through to the original website before following instructions or buying.
How to install Pinterest APK on Android
Install Pinterest from Google Play.
- Make sure your phone can install apps from Google Play; Play shows Install only on compatible phones.
- Open Google Play, search for Pinterest, and check the developer is Pinterest.
- Tap Install and open the app.
- Sign up with an email address or a Google account, then pick a few topics to personalise your feed.
Pinterest doesn't publish an APK outside Google Play. You can also use pinterest.com in any browser.
Is Pinterest APK safe?
The official Pinterest app from Google Play is safe. It's published by Pinterest, rated Teen, contains ads, and lists in-app purchases.
- Shopping links. Some Pins lead to unreliable shops. Check reviews and the website address before buying, and be wary of prices that look too good to be true.
- Privacy. In Settings → Privacy and data, you can limit personalised ads and how Pinterest uses information from other sites.
- Fake versions. Install only from Google Play. Unofficial Pinterest APKs can steal your login.
Organising your boards
Boards work best when each has a clear purpose. Start with a few broad boards, such as "Recipes", "Home" and "Style", then add sections inside them, like "Quick dinners" or "Bedroom". Sections keep large boards tidy without creating dozens of separate boards. Archive boards for finished projects so they stop shaping your home feed but stay saved. When you're planning with someone else, such as a partner redecorating or friends planning a trip, invite them to a group board so everyone can add and comment on ideas. You can also add notes to Pins, which is useful for recording changes you made to a recipe or measurements for a piece of furniture.
Pinterest and your data
Pinterest personalises your feed and ads using what you search, save and click, and, if you allow it, information from websites and apps you visit. In Settings → Privacy and data, turn off personalisation from other sites and apps and limit ad personalisation. You can also download a copy of your data, and delete individual searches from your history. If you use Pinterest for work, a free business account adds analytics on how your Pins perform.
Pinterest vs alternatives
- Instagram is better for following people and creators, while Pinterest is better for searching ideas.
- Canva lets you turn your ideas into designs, posters and mood boards.
- Threads is for text conversations rather than visual inspiration.
Pinterest is the best app for planning anything visual. Make a few boards for your current projects, and your feed quickly becomes a personalised idea book.
Version history
Pinterest Varies with deviceLatest
Frequently asked questions
How do I install Pinterest on Android?
Open Google Play, search for Pinterest and check the developer is Pinterest before tapping Install. Google Play only shows the Install button if your phone is compatible. It's free to install, and Play keeps it updated automatically. Avoid copies from other sites: they aren't from Pinterest and may be altered, so the safest way to use Pinterest is the official listing.
Is Pinterest free?
Yes. Pinterest is free to use, with ads shown as Promoted Pins. Google Play lists in-app purchases from $5.88 to $329.41 per item, which relate to optional paid features. You don't need to pay to save and browse ideas.
What is a Pin and a board?
A Pin is a saved image or video with a link to its source, such as a recipe or product page. Boards are collections where you organise your Pins by topic, like "Kitchen ideas" or "Summer outfits". Boards can be public, secret or shared with others.
Can I search Pinterest with a photo?
Yes. Tap the camera in the search bar to search with a photo, or select part of a Pin to find visually similar ideas and products. It's useful for finding furniture, clothes or recipes you've seen elsewhere.
Is Pinterest safe for teens?
Pinterest is rated Teen on Google Play. Accounts for under-16s are private by default, and Pinterest limits messaging and recommendations for younger users. Parents can review settings with their teen.
