What Happens to Your Pinterest Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Contact
help.pinterest.com
Options
Memorialize or delete
Timeline
5-14 days
Step-by-Step Guide
Submit request at help.pinterest.com
Pinterest allows memorialization or deletion. Submit death certificate and your relationship.
Choose: memorialize or delete
Memorialized accounts keep all pins visible but prevent login.
Document Now Checklist
- Pinterest username
- Preference: memorialize or delete
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Pinterest. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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