# Pinterest Video Pin Size and Specs 2026

Every upload spec at a glance, with sources.

URL: https://shortformkit.com/pinterest-video-pin-size/
Updated: 2026-10-13

**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 ratio | 1:1, 2:3, 4:5, 9:16 |
|---|---|
| Maximum length | 15 minutes |
| Minimum length | 4 seconds |
| Maximum file size | 2 GB |
| File types | MP4, MOV, M4V |
| Caption limit | 800 characters |
| Title limit | 100 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](https://shortformkit.com/safe-zone-checker/) or download the [safe zone templates](https://shortformkit.com/safe-zone-templates/) as PNG.

Work out bitrate and file size with the [file size calculator](https://shortformkit.com/video-file-size-calculator/). Check caption length with the [character counter](https://shortformkit.com/character-counter/).

## Changes in 2025 and 2026

- No dated 2025/2026 spec change confirmed.

## Sources

- [Review ad specs (Pinterest Business Help)](https://help.pinterest.com/en/business/article/pinterest-product-specs) (official)
- [Character limits for each social network (Buffer Help Center)](https://support.buffer.com/en-us/articles/character-limits-for-each-social-network-mNDqsEV9Nf) (industry)

Checked: 2026-10-13. Confidence: official. [All platforms in one table: social media video specs 2026](https://shortformkit.com/social-media-video-specs-2026/)

## Other Pinterest formats

- [Pinterest Standard Pin](https://shortformkit.com/pinterest-standard-pin-size/)

## 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.


Source: Shortform Kit (https://shortformkit.com/pinterest-video-pin-size/). Free, no login.