A board description, before and after
Most boards have an empty description or a single word. Pinterest uses that text, together with the board name, to decide which searches the board and its pins belong to, so a specific description gives it more to work with.
Too thin
"Kitchen stuff I like."
Specific
"Small kitchen remodel ideas on a budget: painted cabinets, open shelving, peel-and-stick backsplash and storage for narrow galley kitchens. Save these before you plan your own makeover."
Pinterest board text limits
Pinterest cuts off text that runs past these limits, so check the character count before you paste.
| Field | Limit |
|---|---|
| Board name | 50 characters |
| Board description | 500 characters |
| Pin title | 100 characters |
| Pin description | 800 characters |
How to write a Pinterest board description
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Step 1
Enter the board name
Type the name exactly as it appears on Pinterest, such as "Boho living room" or "Weeknight dinner recipes".
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Step 2
Say what the board covers
Optionally add a line about the pins you save there. It gives the generator more specific keywords to work with.
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Step 3
Pick a tone and language
Choose one of four tones and one of six languages so the description sounds like the rest of your profile.
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Step 4
Copy it into Pinterest
Each run returns up to 3 descriptions under 500 characters. Copy one, open the board, choose Edit board and paste it into Description.
Frequently asked questions
How long can a Pinterest board description be?
A Pinterest board description can be up to 500 characters, including spaces. You do not need to fill it. Two or three plain sentences that name the topic and the kinds of pins on the board are enough, and every description from this generator stays under the limit.
What should I write in a Pinterest board description?
Say what the board is about, who it is for and what kinds of pins people will find, using the words they would type into Pinterest search. For a board called "Small balcony ideas", mention things like balcony planters, seating for narrow spaces and renter-friendly lighting.
Do board descriptions help with Pinterest SEO?
Yes. Pinterest reads the board name and description to work out what a board is about, and that context is passed on to the pins saved to it. A clear, specific description helps new pins on that board show up for the right searches sooner.
Should I put hashtags in a board description?
No, you do not need them. Pinterest works out what a board is about from the plain words in its name and description, so a hashtag adds nothing a normal keyword does not. Write the keywords into full sentences instead, which also reads better to people.
How do I add or edit a board description on Pinterest?
Open your profile, open the board, select the three-dot menu and choose Edit board. Paste your text into the Description field and select Done. The change applies straight away and you can edit it again at any time.
How many descriptions does the generator write?
Each run writes up to 3 board descriptions, each under 500 characters, and you can run it twice a day without an account. It writes in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or Portuguese, in a fun, professional, elegant or inspirational tone.
Last updated by the Made to Spark team.
