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High-performing Pinterest pin design with vertical layout, text overlay, and aesthetic visuals.

How to design high-performing Pinterest pins?

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Pinterest Marketing

Design Pinterest pins with clear vertical images, bold text overlays, strong keywords, clean layouts, and consistent branding to increase saves, clicks, and rankings.

High-performing Pinterest pins are designed to attract attention quickly and clearly communicate what the viewer will get. Since Pinterest is a visual search engine, your pin must be both aesthetic and search-optimized. The most effective pins use a 2:3 vertical ratio (1000×1500 px), high-resolution images, and a clean design that is easy to understand at a glance.


Start by using a strong main image. Add a short, bold text overlay that tells users exactly what the pin offers—such as “10 Minimalist Bedroom Ideas” or “Simple Pinterest SEO Tips.” Keep the text readable even on small screens.


Use consistent fonts, colors, and branding so your pins look cohesive across your boards. Include your website or brand name subtly at the bottom.


Pinterest also reads the text on your image and your description, so include keywords naturally in your pin title, description, and alt text. These keywords help Pinterest classify your content and boost rankings in search results.


High-performing pins also follow trend behavior. Using seasonal themes, trending styles, or popular searches increases visibility. A/B testing different designs, colors, and layouts helps you understand what your audience responds to best.

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