Attention PBC! We’re excited to share our latest Idea Pin feature, downloading + sharing. Give your content further reach through downloading and social sharing across platforms! This feature watermarks downloaded Idea Pins and offers social sharing options directly to Instagram and Facebook stories.
Now, with your permission, users are able to download an Idea Pin by selecting “Download” from the share menu. These Idea Pins will be downloaded as a watermarked video that stitches all the Idea Pin pages together, and displays the Creator’s name and username. Once the download finishes, you will be taken to the Facebook or Instagram app with the Story creation flow open and your watermarked Idea Pin video pasted in. You can then edit and post your story!
If you want your Idea Pins to be downloadable or shareable, you can opt in via permission settings. Learn more about how to download and share Idea Pins here. (Available on mobile iOS or Android)
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What are the default settings for Idea Pin sharing and downloading?
The settings are turned off by default. Creators are able to opt into their Idea Pins being downloadable if they choose. This setting lives in the Permissions section of Settings. Tap “Permissions” then toggle the switch next to Allow Downloads and Sharing. When someone downloads or shares your Idea Pin, there will be a watermark featuring the original content Creator. The setting applies to all Idea Pins by the Creator.
How do I turn on or off the ability for Pinners to download or share my Idea Pins?
If you would like anyone to be able to download your Idea Pins, you can turn this option on. From your profile, tap [three dots icon] then tap Settings. Tap “Permissions” then toggle the switch next to Allow Downloads and Sharing. When someone downloads your Idea Pin, there will be a watermark featuring the original content Creator.
Can I turn off the downloading and sharing options at the Pin-level?
The option to share and download Idea Pins can only be turned on or off for all created Pins. From your profile, tap [three dots icon] then tap Settings. Tap “Permissions” then toggle the switch next to Allow Downloads and Sharing.
Can I remove the watermark from the downloaded Idea Pin?
No, the watermark can’t be removed. It’s important to credit the creator of the content.
Can I edit the permissions settings for downloading and sharing options on desktop?
Not at the moment, you can edit them on your mobile iOS or Android device. From your profile, tap [three dots icon] then tap Settings. Tap “Permissions” then toggle the switch next to Allow Downloads and Sharing.
Why are some Idea Pins downloadable and some not?
Creators can make all their Idea Pins downloadable or not in their permission settings. Some Creators will allow you to download all their Idea Pins, while some may have chosen to opt-out all of their Idea Pins.
Note: some Idea Pins are downloadable, some are not. It’s up to the Creator to decide whether they want their content to be downloadable or not.
