What Happens to Your Pinterest Ads Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Portal
ads.pinterest.com
Billing
Monthly credit card billing
Risk
Promoted pins continue spending
Step-by-Step Guide
Pause all active campaigns immediately
Log into Pinterest Ads Manager and pause all promoted pin campaigns to stop ad delivery.
Estimated time: 10 min
Check for outstanding invoices
Review Billing history for any unpaid charges or pending transactions.
Estimated time: 10 min
Download campaign data and performance reports
Export campaign analytics, pin performance data, and audience insights.
Estimated time: 30 min
Remove stored payment methods and billing info
Remove all payment methods from Billing settings.
Estimated time: 10 min
Transfer business account access to a team member
Add a team member as business account admin before closing.
Estimated time: 15 min
Document Now Checklist
- Pinterest Ads Account ID
- Average monthly ad spend
- Billing email and payment method
- Outstanding balance
- Connected Pinterest business profile
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Pinterest Ads. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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