Reasons Why You Can’t Download Pinterest Videos Using SnapPin

SnapPin is a convenient Pinterest video downloader that helps you quickly save videos from Pinterest to your device. However, in some cases, users encounter issues where videos can’t be downloaded even after following all the steps correctly. Below are the common reasons why downloading may fail and how to fix them.

1. The Pinterest Video is Set to Private

Pinterest allows users to create secret boards or set videos to "Only me" mode. If the video you want to download is in a private board or not publicly available, SnapPin will not be able to access or download it.

If your video is in private mode it will not load.

How to fix it:
Make sure the video you want to download is set to public. If you’re the owner, change the board or pin visibility to public before attempting to download.

2. Incorrectly Copying the Pinterest Link

A common mistake is copying the wrong link format. Many users accidentally copy the URL directly from the address bar, which may not work properly.

Correct way – Click the Share button on the video and copy the link from there.

Correct link example:

Common incorrect links:

How to fix it:
Go directly to the video pin, tap the Share button, then select “Copy link” to ensure you're using the correct format.

3. Pasting the Link Incorrectly into SnapPin

Even with the correct link, pasting it incorrectly into SnapPin can cause an error. For example, if you paste only part of the link or forget the https:// prefix, SnapPin might not recognize the URL.

Download error when url has 1 extra character

Pro tip:
After pasting the link, double-check that it's complete and not cut off. You can try pasting it into your browser first—if the video loads properly, SnapPin should be able to handle it.

4. Pinterest Updates

Sometimes, Pinterest makes updates to its system or changes the structure of its links. This can temporarily cause SnapPin to stop working properly.

How to fix it:
If the issue is caused by a Pinterest update, our team will work quickly to adjust SnapPin accordingly. We are committed to maintaining the best service possible and regularly update our system to ensure smooth functionality.