History of Pinterest
Pinterest was founded in March 2010 by Ben Silbermann, Paul Sciarra, and Evan Sharp. It began as a small start-up company in Palo Alto, California and has since grown into a global platform with over 400 million active users.
The Founders
- Ben Silbermann: Co-founder and CEO of Pinterest
- Paul Sciarra: Co-founder and former CEO of Pinterest
- Evan Sharp: Co-founder and Chief Design and Creative Officer of Pinterest
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2010 | Pinterest is launched as a closed beta |
| 2011 | Pinterest reaches 10 million users |
| 2012 | Pinterest introduces business accounts |
| 2015 | Pinterest introduces buyable pins for e-commerce |
| 2016 | Pinterest reaches 100 million monthly active users |
| 2019 | Pinterest goes public on the New York Stock Exchange |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the original purpose of Pinterest?
- How did Pinterest get its name?
- What sets Pinterest apart from other social media platforms?
- How does Pinterest make money?
- What is the current user base of Pinterest?
The original purpose of Pinterest was to provide a platform for users to save and organize images and links they found on the internet.
The name “Pinterest” is a combination of the words “pin” and “interest”, reflecting the idea of pinning items of interest to virtual boards.
Pinterest is unique in that it is primarily focused on visual content and serves as a search engine for ideas and inspiration. It also has a strong emphasis on e-commerce and shopping.
Pinterest generates revenue through advertising, sponsored content, and partnerships with businesses and brands.
As of 2021, Pinterest has over 400 million active users worldwide.
