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How to Cancel Pinterest

You can deactivate temporarily or delete permanently through account settings. Deactivation preserves your data for 30 days; deletion removes everything after a 14-day grace period.

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Quick Facts

Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
Pinterest is free; no refunds or cancellation fees apply.
After cancellation
Deactivation preserves all data hidden for 30 days. Deletion keeps data for 14 days before permanent removal.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Pinterest cancellation page

  1. Sign in to Pinterest

    Go to pinterest.com and log in with your email or linked social media account.

  2. Open Settings and Account management

    Click your profile icon, select Settings, then click Account management in the left sidebar.

  3. Choose deactivate or delete

    Scroll to the bottom and select either Deactivate account or Delete account.

  4. Confirm and verify via email

    Re-enter your password to confirm. Check your email for a confirmation message from Pinterest.

Tips & Things to Know

  • Deactivation hides your profile for 30 days and is reversible by logging back in anytime.
  • Deletion includes a 14-day grace period to change your mind before data is permanently removed.
  • Pinterest is free with no subscription, so there are no cancellation fees.

Your Consumer Rights

  • UK Consumer Rights Act 2015 provides protections for digital services and data handling.
  • GDPR (EU and UK) gives you rights to access, correct, and delete your personal data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinterest a paid subscription?
No. Pinterest is completely free with no subscription fees or cancellation charges.
What's the difference between deactivate and delete?
Deactivate hides your profile for 30 days and is reversible. Delete is permanent after 14 days and removes all data.
Can I recover my pins after deleting?
You have 14 days to log back in and cancel deletion. After 14 days, everything is permanently gone.
Can I change my mind after deletion?
Yes, within 14 days. Log in with your original email and password to restore your account.
What data gets deleted?
All pins, boards, profile details, and activity history are deleted after the 14-day grace period.

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