Quick answer: To delete a board on Pinterest, open the board, click or tap the three-dot menu next to its name, choose Edit board, then select Delete and confirm. Deleting a board also deletes every pin on it. To delete a single pin, open it, click the three dots, choose Edit Pin, then Delete. You can restore a deleted board within 7 days on desktop or Android.
Old boards and pins pile up. Maybe you changed niches, a board is off-brand, or you just want a tidier profile. This guide shows you how to delete boards and pins on any device, how to remove lots of pins at once, how to undo a deletion, and when archiving is the better choice.
Key takeaways
- Delete a board: open the board → three dots → Edit board → Delete → confirm.
- Deleting a board deletes all its pins. Move any pins you want to keep first.
- Undo: deleted boards can be restored for 7 days, on desktop or Android only.
- Archive a board instead if you might want it later. It hides the board but keeps the pins.
- Before deleting pins, check Analytics. An old pin may still be sending you traffic.
Delete, archive or make secret?
You have three options, and deleting is the only one you can’t fully undo.
| Delete | Archive | Make secret | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board visible to others? | No | No | No |
| Pins kept? | No, all deleted | Yes | Yes |
| Can you save new pins to it? | – | No | Yes |
| Can you undo it? | Within 7 days (desktop or Android) | Yes, any time | Yes, any time |
| Best for | Boards you’ll never need again | Old seasonal or past-project boards | Private planning, drafts |
If you’re a business or blogger, archiving is usually the safer choice. Old pins can keep sending traffic for years, and deleting them throws that away.
How to delete a board on Pinterest (desktop)
- Log in to Pinterest in your browser.
- Go to your profile. Click your profile picture or the down arrow next to it at the top right.
- Open the board you want to delete.
- Click the three dots next to the board name.
- Select Edit board.
- Click Delete at the bottom left of the window.
- Click Delete forever to confirm.
How to delete a board on the Pinterest app (iPhone and Android)
- Open the Pinterest app.
- Tap your profile picture at the bottom right.
- Tap Boards (business accounts may see Saved instead).
- Open the board.
- Tap the three dots at the top right.
- Tap Edit board.
- Scroll down and tap Delete, then confirm.
How to restore a deleted board
Deleted something by mistake? You have 7 days to get it back, but only on a computer or an Android phone.
On desktop:
- Go to your profile and open the Saved tab.
- Scroll to the bottom to Recently deleted boards.
- Click Restore boards, choose the board, and click Restore.
On Android:
- Tap your profile picture, then Boards.
- Scroll to Recently deleted and tap Restore.
- Choose the board and tap Restore.
After 7 days, the board and its pins are gone for good. On iPhone, use a computer to restore it.
How to archive a board instead
Desktop: open the board, click the three dots next to its name, select Archive, then confirm.
App: open the board, tap the three dots at the top right, tap Archive board, then confirm.
Archived boards move to the bottom of your profile, where only you can see them. You can unarchive a board at any time from there.
How to make a board secret
Open the board, choose Edit board, and turn on Keep this board secret. Only you (and anyone you invite to collaborate) can see it. Secret boards are handy for planning, drafts or parking pins you’re not sure about.
How to delete a pin on Pinterest
Delete a pin you created (desktop)
- Open the pin on your profile.
- Click the three dots above the pin.
- Select Edit Pin.
- Click Delete, then confirm.
Delete a pin in the app
- Open the pin.
- Tap the three dots.
- Tap Edit Pin, then scroll down and tap Delete.
- Confirm.
Your pin vs a saved pin: deleting a pin you created removes it from Pinterest for everyone. Deleting a pin you saved from someone else only removes it from your board. The original stays on Pinterest.
How to delete multiple pins at once
You can delete many pins in one go, as long as they’re on the same board.
Desktop:
- Open the board.
- Click Organize (or the select option above the pins).
- Click each pin you want to remove.
- Click the trash icon, then Delete.
App:
- Open the board.
- Tap Organize.
- Tap the pins you want to remove.
- Tap the trash icon, then Delete.
From the same screen you can also move pins to another board, which is the quickest way to merge two boards before deleting one.
How to leave a group board
You can’t delete a group board someone else owns, but you can leave it. Open the board, open its menu or collaborator settings, and choose Leave board. The board and its pins stay on the owner’s profile.
How to delete or deactivate your Pinterest account
If you want to remove your whole account rather than a few boards:
- Go to Settings.
- Open Account management.
- Choose Deactivate account (hides your profile, and you can come back later) or Delete your data and account (permanent).
- Follow the prompts to confirm.
Deactivation is the gentler option. If you plan to come back, or you’re unsure, deactivate first. The exact wording in Settings can change slightly as Pinterest updates its menus.
Should you delete old pins and boards?
Usually, cleaning up helps your profile look focused. But deleting has a cost: pins that are still ranking stop sending traffic, and saves and clicks they earned disappear.
Check before you delete:
- Open Analytics in your business account.
- Sort pins by impressions and outbound clicks over the last 90 days.
- Keep anything still bringing visitors, even if it looks dated.
A good rule of thumb:
| Situation | What to do |
|---|---|
| Board off-topic for your current niche | Archive it |
| Seasonal board (Christmas, Halloween) | Archive it after the season, unarchive next year |
| Duplicate boards on the same topic | Move pins to one board, then delete the empty one |
| Pin with a broken link or sold-out product | Edit the link if you can; delete only if there’s no good replacement |
| Pin that’s low quality but still gets clicks | Keep it, and make a better fresh pin for the same page |
| Spam, mistakes or content you regret | Delete |
After you clean up: refresh your profile
A tidy profile is a good moment to make your boards work harder:
- Rename boards after real searches. Try the board name generator.
- Add matching board covers with the board cover maker.
- Update your bio with the bio generator.
- Post fresh pins to your best boards. The free pin maker makes one in 30 seconds, and how many pins to post per day gives you a simple plan.
- Check your pin text in the Pinterest SEO checker, and read our Pinterest SEO guide to get new pins found.
Frequently asked questions
How do I delete a board on Pinterest?
Open the board, click or tap the three dots next to its name, choose Edit board, then select Delete and confirm. On desktop, the final button says Delete forever.
What happens to pins when you delete a board?
All the pins on the board are deleted too. If you want to keep some, move them to another board first using Organize.
Can I recover a deleted Pinterest board?
Yes, within 7 days. On desktop, go to your Saved tab and scroll to Recently deleted boards. On Android, tap Boards and scroll to Recently deleted. Restoring isn’t available on iPhone, so use a computer.
Is it better to archive or delete a Pinterest board?
Archive if there’s any chance you’ll want it later, or if its pins still get traffic. Archiving hides the board but keeps the pins. Delete only boards you’re sure you’ll never need.
Do followers get notified when I delete a board?
No. Followers aren’t notified. The board and its pins simply disappear from your profile.
How do I delete multiple pins at once?
Open the board, click or tap Organize, select the pins, then click the trash icon and confirm. The pins have to be on the same board.
Why can’t I delete a board?
If it’s a group board someone else created, you can only leave it, not delete it. Otherwise, make sure you’re opening Edit board from the board’s three-dot menu, and try on desktop if the app doesn’t show the option.
Keep your profile fresh
Once you’ve cleared out the old, fill your best boards with new pins. Paste a post link into blog post to pin, or start from your photos in the free pin maker. New to posting? Read how to post on Pinterest.
