Pinterest, An Interesting Probably Addictive Social Site You Should Try

Facebook, The gram ( Instagram), Twitter, Snapchat(depending on your age) and WhatsApp are the most popular social sites in these parts of the world. While we all have our preferences( Instagram is mine) we sometimes forgot the existence of other platforms.

Ever Heard Of Pinterest?

Well apart from FB, Twitter and Instagram and Snapchat, Have you heard about Pinterest?

Pinterest is a social network where people can find inspiration and ideas for their interests and hobbies

Every idea is called a pin. Businesses or individuals sign up for Pinterest, create an account, list the type of business they do and just like any social media network start to post pins and get to interact with other people on the network, be it, customers, friends or fans.

Pinterest is more of an idea-sharing or idea selling platform with the sole purpose of sharing or selling ideas to other patrons on the platform. Ideas are sold using photos mainly or links to another site just like Facebook. I would definitely call Pinterest Facebook on steroids.

So How Do I Join Pinterest

Joining Pinterest and creating an account on Pinterest is as easy and cutting margarine with a hot knife.

1. Joining using Facebook or Google Account

When joining using Facebook or your google account you follow the following steps.

1. Download Pinterest on App or Play Store.

Give the app permissions it requires.

3. Select topics you would like to get from Pinterest.

4. Start enjoying the app.

2. Signing up using email

When using your email to sign up for Pinterest you should follow the following steps.

1. Enter your email address
2. Enter your name and password
3. Pick your gender
4. Confirm your email address
5. Start picking your interests and enjoy the app.

Why Use Pinterest

1. Because Pinterest is one of the largest website traffic drivers in the world in case you want to promote your other social media pages.
2. Pinterest Client Conversions Rates are high. Pinterest converts more browsers into buyers.
3. Pinterest is great if you are scouting for ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions On Pinterest

1. Are there any Zimbabweans on Pinterest

Source: StatCounter Global Stats – Social Media Market Share

2. If I have a business do I need to open a Pinterest Business Account.

Yes, Pinterest For Business is available. We will cover it in the next article but you can check how you can create an account here.

3. What interesting things are on Pinterest?

The platform has a lot of ideas from wedding, homes, motivation, business ideas, jokes, art, poetry etc.  You pick what you like and the Algorithm will steam it your way.

4. Is Pinterest for Women only?

No, there are so many men on the platform and many ideas that are for men. Sign Up and find out for yourself.

Download Pinterest for Android Here.