How to Convert a Personal Pinterest Account to a Business Account?

Thinking of using Pinterest to grow your brand or promote your services? Good news, you can easily convert your personal Pinterest account into a business account in just a few clicks. No need to start over or lose your saved pins. Here’s how to make the switch:

Switch your account into a Pinterest business account on the Desktop

• Sign in to your personal Pinterest account.

• Click the More options icon (bottom left corner).

• Choose Settings from the menu.

• Go to Account management on the left-hand side.

• Find and click on Convert to a business account.

• Click Convert account to confirm.

• Enter your business profile details, then click Next.

• Add information about your business type, then click Next.

• Indicate whether you plan to run ads, then click Next.

• Choose how you want to begin, or close the pop-up to access your business dashboard directly.

Convert a Personal Pinterest Account to a Business Account on Android

• Open the Pinterest app and log in to your account.

• Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.

• Tap your profile photo at the top left of the screen.

• Go to Account management.

• Select Convert to a business account.

• Tap Convert account to proceed.

• Enter your business name and tap Next

• Add your website URL or tap Skip to continue without one.

• Choose the category that best describes your business and tap Next.

• Decide whether you'd like to run ads, then tap Done.

Convert a Personal Pinterest Account to a Business Account on iOS

• Open the Pinterest app and sign in to your account.

• Tap your profile icon in the bottom-right corner.

• Tap your profile photo at the top left to access settings.

• Go to Account management.

• Tap Convert to a business account.

• Tap Convert account to begin setup.

• Enter your business profile name, then tap Next.

• Add your website URL and tap Next, or choose Skip if you don’t have one.

• Select a category that describes your business and tap Next.

• Choose whether or not you plan to run ads, then tap Done.

Why Switch to a Business Account on Pinterest?

Access Pinterest Analytics: Track saves, clicks, and audience demographics.

Run Ads: Promote Pins to target specific audiences (e.g., budget travelers).

Enable Rich Pins: Add product prices, stock status, or recipe ingredients for shoppable content.

SEO Optimization: Use keyword tools and Pinterest Trends to align with trending searches.

Bulk Upload Pins: Save hours with CSV-based bulk creation (up to 200 Pins at once).

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FAQs

Will my followers be notified if I convert my Pinterest account to a business account?

No, your followers won’t be notified. Your profile and pins remain unchanged. Business tools (analytics, ads)  features activate silently and don’t affect your existing pins, boards, or followers.

Can I convert a  Pinterest business account to a personal account?

Yes, you can convert a Pinterest business account to a personal account anytime in your account settings. Retain pins and followers, but lose access to business tools like analytics and ad management within 24 hours after converting.

Do I need a website to create a Pinterest business account?

No. Websites are optional but recommended for credibility, rich pins, and traffic tracking. Pinterest allows you to create a business account without linking to a site. Provide a business name/category during setup instead.

Is it free to switch from a personal Pinterest account to a business account?

Yes. Business accounts are free. It gives you access to Pinterest’s marketing tools, including analytics, bulk pin uploads, ad campaigns, and cost-free growth.