Compress Images for Pinterest — Keep Quality, Beat the Limit

Pinterest is a visual discovery platform where tall, high-quality images drive the most saves and clicks. Properly formatted pins increase reach and referral traffic significantly. Use ImageSmith to compress your Pinterest images before sending — free, instant, and entirely in your browser. No account needed, no watermarks, no ads. Target under 20,000KB for best results on Pinterest.

Max File Size

20,000 KB

Recommended Format

JPEG

Dimensions

1000×1500 (2:3 ratio preferred), 1000×2100 maximum

Pinterest Compression Tips

  • 1.Vertical images (2:3 ratio) perform 60% better on Pinterest feeds
  • 2.High-contrast images with bold text overlays get more saves
  • 3.PNG for text-heavy graphics, JPEG for photographs
  • 4.Avoid images with very light backgrounds — they blend into the feed

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