QlynkWhy does a Pinterest link open in the browser?
When someone views a pin in a mobile browser, Pinterest pushes hard to install the app, with pop-ups that cover the image. For a craftsperson or an interior designer sharing boards, that is friction before the work has even been seen. Opening the app directly avoids the detour.
How to do it with Qlynk
- Copy the address of the pin or of your profile from Pinterest.
- Paste it into Qlynk. With Pro, you can choose the end of the link.
- Share the short link: on a phone, the Pinterest app opens.
On iPhone, Qlynk sends the original Pinterest address: iOS opens the app if it’s installed, with no error message. On Android, the link opens the app, or the web page if the app isn’t installed. On a computer, the page opens as usual.
When is it useful?
- Sharing a pin from your catalog with a customer
- Adding your profile link to a quote or an invoice
- Printing a QR code to your account on a paper catalog
- Sending readers from a blog to an inspiration board
Which Pinterest links open the app?
| Link type | Example address |
|---|---|
| Pin | https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1234567890/ |
| Profile | https://www.pinterest.com/yourusername/ |
| Local domain | https://fr.pinterest.com/yourusername/ |
Paste any of these addresses into Qlynk: the short link you get will open Pinterest on phones.
Frequently asked questions
Do pin.it links work?
No. Qlynk recognizes pinterest.com and pinterest.fr addresses. Open the pin on the web and copy its full address.
Does a link to a board work?
An address like pinterest.com/yourusername/ is recognized, just like the profile. The address of a specific board (yourusername/boardname/) is not.
Can I track clicks on the pins I share?
Yes, every Qlynk short link has its own visit statistics.