How to Delete Your Pinterest Account

Pinterest deactivates instantly and fully deletes after 14 days.

What Pinterest keeps after deletion

  • Pins that other users have re-pinned remain on their boards.

Steps to delete your Pinterest account

  1. Open settings. Account management → Close account.
  2. Pick a reason and confirm by email. Pinterest sends a confirmation link.

Gotchas to watch for

  • Business accounts need to disconnect ad billing first.