How to Unprivate a Pinterest account?

Do you own a private account on Pinterest, but you want to reach a larger viewership and connect with more people? Clearly, unprivating your private account is the way. In today’s guide, we will discuss how one can turn a private account to a public one. We will also discuss the perks of having a public profile on Pinterest in detail. Let us begin!

When should I unprivate my Pinterest account? 

Turning your private account into a public profile is a big decision. However, it is you who can decide when you can do it. And it is no compulsion, as your activities will take place just fine on Pinterest even if you have a private account. Therefore, check your needs and then make the decision.

How can I unprivate a Pinterest account using the web? 

If you want to use a web browser to proceed with this, here are the following steps that you need to follow –

• Open the web browser and log in to Pinterest using your credentials.
• After this, you need to visit your profile which is located at the top right corner of the screen. 
• Click on “Settings” and look for the “Profile visibility” option. 
• This will have the option of a ‘Private profile’ with a toggle in front of it. If your account is private, it will be turned on. 
• The next step is to turn the toggle off and finally make your profile public.

It’s done! You have your public profile ready, and people can now follow you in large numbers. 

How can I unprivate a Pinterest account using an iPad/iPhone?

If you are an Apple user, the steps to make your account public will be slightly different for you. Stick close to know how –

• Download the Pinterest application to kickstart your journey and simplify your work.
• Now log in to Pinterest and visit your profile located at the top of the screen.
• From “Settings”, choose “Profile Visibility”.
• The option of “Private Profile” will pop up on the screen. Check the toggle, which will be towards on, since you own a private account.
• Move it towards ‘off’ and then you will have your account accessible to the public. 

It is a good way of making yourself visible to a large number of people and gain reputation as a good content creator on the platform.

Perks of having a public account on Pinterest

If you have a public account on Pinterest, there is probably a lot for you to discover!

• You can create good content and become a content creator.
• You can gain a decent following on the platform.
• You can also promote your business on a large scale via Pinterest if you have a large audience.
• You can grow your channel and gain a good reputation as a creator, earning you projects outside of Pinterest too.

This is the magic of a good public profile! If you know the right spots to hit, you’re probably good to go. But remember that a public profile is a responsibility too, and handling it well lies firstly in the hands of the owner.