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Pinterest Video Pin Size and Specs 2026

Every upload spec at a glance, with sources.

Pinterest Video Pin 2026: aspect ratio 1:1, 2:3, 4:5, 9:16, up to 15 minutes, files up to 2 GB, caption up to 800 characters.

All specs

Aspect ratio1:1, 2:3, 4:5, 9:16
Maximum length15 minutes
Minimum length4 seconds
Maximum file size2 GB
File typesMP4, MOV, M4V
Caption limit800 characters
Title limit100 characters

Notes (from the sources, in English): Standard width video (usable for ads and organic Pins): H.264 or H.265, up to 2 GB, 4 s to 15 min, aspect ratio between 1:2 and 1.91:1, square or vertical recommended. Title up to 100 characters, first 40 may show in feeds (30 for double-byte languages). Description up to 800 characters and not shown in feeds; some industry sources still say 500.

In 9:16 the app covers parts of the top and bottom of your video. Check your frame with the safe zone checker or download the safe zone templates as PNG.

Work out bitrate and file size with the file size calculator. Check caption length with the character counter.

Changes in 2025 and 2026

Sources

Checked: 2026-10-13. Confidence: official. All platforms in one table: social media video specs 2026

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FAQ

What size is a Pinterest Video Pin?

The aspect ratio is 1:1, 2:3, 4:5, 9:16.

How long can a Pinterest Video Pin be?

Up to 15 minutes.

What is the maximum file size for a Pinterest Video Pin?

Up to 2 GB.

How long can the caption of a Pinterest Video Pin be?

Up to 800 characters.

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Last updated: 2026-10-12 · by Diego Brügger, Senior video editor, Zürich