



Users or pinners, type in a term in the top search bar e.g.’ wedding lighting’, and just like search giant Google, Pinterest then displays a whole host of relevant pins. In fact, Pinterest refers to itself as a “visual discovery engine”. Photo by Nathana Rebouças on Unsplash How does Pinterest work as a Marketing platform?Īlthough we call Pinterest social media, it’s actually more of a search engine. 97% of searches are unbranded and 80% of users have discovered a new product or brand while browsing. According to Pinterest data, 85% of people have bought products that they discovered and pinned on the platform.Īnd Pinterest users are open to trying new things. And it’s much easier to capture the attention of users that are already looking. On Pinterest, rather than trying to find out what their fav celebs are up to, users are researching and actively seeking out inspiration for projects and/or future purchases, so it’s a great place to advertise your products. Why is Pinterest an important marketing tool?
