Here’s a quick video walkthrough that shows you exactly how to unsave pins on Pinterest:
Pinterest makes it incredibly easy to save visual inspiration — sometimes too easy. Before you know it, your boards are overflowing with ideas, recipes, quotes, or outfit photos you no longer need. If you’re looking to clean up your boards or simply remove content that no longer aligns with your interests, unsaving pins is a simple but essential function.
In the video above, I show you how to locate saved pins and remove them in just a few taps or clicks. Whether you’re using the Pinterest mobile app or the desktop version, the process is almost identical and takes just seconds.
Start by opening the board where your pin is saved. Then, tap or click on the pin you want to remove. You’ll usually see three dots in the corner of the screen — that’s your “More Options” menu. Click it and choose “Unsave” or “Remove from board” depending on the platform you’re using. Pinterest instantly removes the pin, and your board updates automatically.
This is especially helpful if you’re using Pinterest for productivity or planning. For instance, if you’re organizing ideas for an event, wedding, or DIY project, you’ll likely go through phases of refining your saved content. Being able to easily unsave pins keeps your boards focused and clutter-free.
The tutorial also covers what to do if you can’t find the pin — a common issue when Pinterest changes its layout or if you have hundreds of items saved. One tip from the video is to use the board’s search function, which allows you to filter by keywords and quickly locate the exact pin you want to remove.
Another helpful trick is creating temporary boards for projects, which you can later delete in bulk once the project is complete. Unsaving individual pins is great for regular tidying, but if you ever want to clear out a full board, Pinterest gives you that option as well — also shown briefly in the video.
Pinterest is a tool many of us rely on for long-term inspiration. But just like any digital space, it needs a bit of curation now and then. Whether your taste has changed or you’re just doing a bit of digital spring cleaning, knowing how to unsave pins is a quick win.
Try it yourself — you might be surprised how satisfying it feels to streamline your boards.
Do you keep your Pinterest boards tightly curated or let them evolve freely over time?