About Pinterest on PC
Pinterest's Windows app is a progressive web app in the Microsoft Store, published by Pinterest Inc. Pinterest describes it as the full Pinterest experience on Windows.
There is no Pinterest app for Mac. On a Mac or any computer, use pinterest.com in a browser, and add the Pinterest Save Extension to save ideas from other sites.
What you can do on the desktop
- Browse and search Pins
- Save ideas to your boards
- Open Pinterest from the Start menu or taskbar like any app
- Save Pins from other websites with the Save Extension for Chrome, Firefox or Edge
How to Install Pinterest on PC
Download and install Pinterest on your Windows PC or Mac using the official options below, no emulator needed.
Method 1: Official app for Windows
- Open the Microsoft Store.
- Search for Pinterest and pick the app published by Pinterest Inc.
- Click Get or Install.
- Open Pinterest and log in.
Method 2: Pinterest on the web
- Go to pinterest.com in your browser.
- Log in or sign up.
- Optional: add the Pinterest Save Extension to Chrome, Firefox or Edge.
What about Android emulators?
An emulator is not needed. The Windows app and pinterest.com give you the same account and boards on a big screen.
System Requirements
- Windows: Windows 10 version 16299 or higher (Microsoft Store listing)
- Mac: No app. Use pinterest.com in a browser
- Web: A modern browser; the Save Extension supports Chrome, Firefox and Edge
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinterest for PC free?
Yes. The Microsoft Store app and pinterest.com are free.
Does it work on Windows 7?
The Store app needs Windows 10 version 16299 or higher, so it does not install on Windows 7.
Is the Windows app different from the website?
It is a progressive web app, so it works much like pinterest.com but opens from the Start menu or taskbar.
Can I save images from other websites?
Yes. Install the Pinterest Save Extension for Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge.
