How to Save Pinterest Videos Directly to Google Drive or Dropbox

Pinterest is a treasure trove of inspiration, from DIY projects and recipes to fashion tips and travel destinations. Often, you’ll stumble upon captivating videos you’d love to save for future reference, offline viewing, or simply to keep organized in your personal cloud storage. While  Pinterest Downloader doesn’t offer a direct download option for videos, there are a few workarounds to save those inspiring clips directly to your Google Drive or Dropbox. This article will guide you through the most effective methods.

Why Save Pinterest Videos?

Before diving into the “how-to,” let’s quickly touch on why saving Pinterest videos is beneficial:

• Offline Access: Save videos to watch them even without an internet connection, perfect for commutes, travel, or areas with limited connectivity.
• Organization: Organize your favorite Pinterest finds into dedicated folders within your cloud storage, making them easy to locate and revisit.
• Preservation: Pinterest content can sometimes disappear. Saving videos ensures you retain access to valuable information or inspiration.
• Personal Archive: Create a personal archive of inspiring content, recipes, tutorials, or anything else that catches your eye on Pinterest.
• Sharing: Easily share downloaded videos with friends, family, or colleagues via Google Drive or Dropbox.

Methods for Saving Pinterest Videos:

Several methods exist for saving Pinterest videos, each with its own pros and cons. Here are a few popular options:

1. Using Third-Party Downloaders (Online & Browser Extensions):

This is often the quickest and easiest method. Numerous websites and browser extensions specialize in downloading Pinterest videos.

• How it Works: You typically copy the Pinterest video link, paste it into the downloader website or extension, and it generates a download link. You can then choose to save the video directly to your computer, and subsequently upload it to Google Drive or Dropbox. Some downloaders may offer direct cloud storage integration.
• Pros: Fast, convenient, often free.
• Cons: Reliability varies between downloaders. Some might contain intrusive ads or even malware. Direct cloud integration is not always available. Copyright concerns should be considered (only download for personal, non-commercial use). Pinterest’s terms of service may change, affecting the functionality of these tools.

2. Screen Recording:

If other methods fail, screen recording can be a reliable, albeit less convenient, alternative.

• How it Works: Use your computer’s built-in screen recording functionality (e.g., QuickTime on Mac, Xbox Game Bar on Windows, or other screen recording software) to capture the video as it plays on Pinterest.
• Pros: Works even if downloaders fail. Allows you to capture specific portions of a video.
• Cons: Can be time-consuming. Video quality might not be as high. Requires editing to trim unnecessary parts.

3. Downloading on Mobile and Transferring:

You can sometimes download the video on your mobile device (if Pinterest allows it for certain content) and then transfer it to your Google Drive or Dropbox.

• How it Works: If the Pinterest video has a download option on the mobile app, download it to your phone. Then, use the Google Drive or Dropbox mobile app to upload the video from your phone’s storage.
• Pros: Simple if a mobile download option is available.
• Cons: Download options on mobile are often limited. Requires transferring files between devices.

4. Inspecting the Page Source (Advanced):

This method is more technical and requires some familiarity with web development tools.

• How it Works: Open the Pinterest page containing the video. Right-click on the page and select “Inspect” or “Inspect Element.” Search the page source code (usually Ctrl+F or Cmd+F) for the video file’s URL (often ending in .mp4). Copy this URL and paste it into your browser to download the video. Then, upload the video to your cloud storage.
• Pros: Can be effective if other methods fail.
• Cons: Requires technical knowledge. Can be time-consuming. The video URL may be obfuscated or difficult to find.

Uploading to Google Drive or Dropbox:

Once you’ve downloaded the  Pinterest Downloader video to your computer or mobile device, uploading it to your cloud storage is straightforward:

• Google Drive: Open your Google Drive in a web browser or the desktop app. Click “New” and select “File upload” or “Folder upload” to choose the downloaded video(s). You can also drag and drop files directly into your Google Drive.
• Dropbox: Similar to Google Drive, open Dropbox in a web browser or the desktop app. Click “Upload files” or “Upload folder” to select the video(s). Drag and drop functionality is also supported.

Important Considerations:

• Copyright: Only download Pinterest videos for personal, non-commercial use. Respect copyright laws and the creators’ rights.
• Terms of Service: Be aware of Pinterest’s terms of service regarding downloading content.
• Security: Use reputable third-party downloaders and browser extensions to avoid security risks.
• Video Quality: The quality of downloaded videos may vary depending on the method used and the original video’s resolution.

Saving Pinterest videos to your Google Drive or Dropbox can significantly enhance your experience, allowing you to access and organize your favorite inspiration anytime, anywhere. By understanding the various methods available and considering the important points mentioned, you can effectively build your personal archive of valuable Pinterest content.