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Quality & formats
Resolutions, codecs and file formats Pinterest uses, explained simply.
Pinterest Video Quality: 720p, HEVC, HLS & the 4K MythWhy most Pinterest videos max out at 720p, what H.264, HEVC and HLS mean, and how to choose the right file every time.
Pinterest Image Sizes 2026: Cheat SheetEvery Pinterest size in one place: standard pins, long pins, Idea Pins, board covers, profile images — plus export tips for sharp results.
Pinterest Video Pin Specs 2026: Length, Ratio, SizeThe video formats, aspect ratios, lengths and cover images that perform best on Pinterest — and how to check your clip before you upload.
Pinterest File Formats: MP4, JPG, PNG, WebP, GIFWhich formats Pinterest uses for videos, images and animations, what you get when you download, and how to convert them when an app refuses a file.