How to Add Affiliate Links on Pinterest (Safe & Simple)

Pinterest can send you a lot of clicks.

But if you use affiliate links the wrong way, you can lose reach fast.

This post will show you the safe, simple way to add affiliate links on Pinterest — in a way that fits how Pinterest works (and how Pinterest users behave).

No hype. No shady tricks. Just a clean beginner setup.

Yes.

Pinterest allows affiliate links.

But you have to follow basic rules:

• Don’t mislead people

• Don’t spam

• Disclose affiliate links

• Don’t hide or “cloak” links

• Don’t use fake income claims

Pinterest is not like Instagram.

People don’t usually scroll to “hang out.”

They scroll because they want an idea, a solution, a plan, or a shortcut.

That means your pins should feel like:

• “Here’s a simple guide”

• “Here’s a beginner checklist”

• “Here’s a template”

• “Here’s what worked for me”

• “Here’s what to avoid”

Here’s the safe method I recommend for most beginners:

Pin → helpful page (blog post or landing page) → affiliate link

Why this works better than direct affiliate links:

• More trust
  People want context. A helpful page explains what they’re clicking.

• Better conversions
  Warm traffic converts better than cold traffic.

• More control
  You can update the page anytime without changing the pins.

• Less risk
  It looks clean and natural, not like “random affiliate spam.”

Can you direct-link affiliate links on Pinterest?

Sometimes, yes.

Step 1: Get your affiliate link

Go to your affiliate dashboard (ShareASale, Impact, ClickBank, etc.) and grab your link.

Step 2 (recommended): Create a simple helpful page

This can be:

• A blog post

• A simple landing page

• A “resources” page

• A quick review page

• A mini guide page

The goal is simple:

Step 3: Create a new Pin

In Pinterest, create a fresh pin.

Use a clean design that matches the promise.

Keep your text simple.

Examples (safe + honest):

• “Pinterest affiliate links: beginner setup”

• “How to add affiliate links (safe way)”

• “What Pinterest allows + what to avoid”

• “Clicks but no sales? fix this”

Avoid crazy claims like:

• “Make $10k this week”

• “Instant money”

• “Guaranteed income”

Step 4: Add your destination URL

In the “Link” field, add your URL.

Step 5: Write your title + description

Keep it clear and useful.

Good example title:
How to Add Affiliate Links on Pinterest (Safe Setup)

Good example description:
“Pinterest allows affiliate links, but you have to do it the right way. Here’s the simple beginner setup, where to put links, and how to disclose properly.”

You don’t need to write a novel.

Step 6: Add affiliate disclosure

Don’t skip this.

It’s simple and it protects you.

You can disclose in the Pin description and/or on your landing page.

Step 7: Save to the right board

This part matters more than most people think.

Save your pin to a board that matches the topic.

For example:

• “Pinterest Affiliate Marketing”

• “Make Money on Pinterest”

• “Pinterest for Beginners”

Don’t save it to random boards like frugal living or remote jobs.

Option 1 (best): Put the affiliate link on your page

Pin goes to your page → your page links to the affiliate offer.

Option 2: Direct affiliate link in the pin

This can work, but it’s easier to mess up.

If you do this:

Option 3: Link hub in profile

This is fine, but it’s not necessary.

Pinterest users usually click the pin link, not your profile.

Use one short line.

Here are beginner-safe examples you can copy:

• “Affiliate link — I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.”

• “This post contains affiliate links.”

• “Some links are affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my work.”

• “#affiliate #ad”

Keep it clear.

No one gets mad when you’re honest.

1) Don’t spam

Don’t post the same URL to 20 boards in one day.

That looks like spam.

2) Don’t mislead

Avoid fake screenshots, fake earnings, or “guaranteed” promises.

Pinterest is cracking down on misleading content.

3) Don’t hide links

Avoid shady link shorteners and weird redirects.

4) Don’t copy other people’s pins exactly

You can take inspiration, but don’t copy their whole design.

5) Make the click worth it

If the pin promises “simple beginner setup,” your page should deliver that.

If people click and bounce, Pinterest learns your pin isn’t satisfying.

Example 1: Promoting a tool

Pin text: “Pinterest scheduling tool (beginner guide)”

Pin link goes to:
A quick blog post:

Example 2: Promoting a course

Pin text: “Pinterest affiliate system (start here)”

Pin link goes to:
A landing page with:

Example 3: Promoting an affiliate product

Pin text: “Best planner for beginners (simple review)”

Pin link goes to:
A review page with:

Mistake 1: No disclosure

It’s not worth the risk.

Mistake 2: Board mismatch

If your pin is about Pinterest affiliate marketing, don’t save it to “Work From Home Jobs.”

Mistake 3: Too many pins to the same URL too fast

Slow it down.

Mistake 4: Overhyped money claims

Even if you mean well, it can look spammy.

Mistake 5: Sending clicks to a thin page

If your page is 5 lines long with one affiliate button, it often won’t convert.

Before you publish a pin with affiliate intent:

✅ The pin matches the page
✅ The board matches the pin
✅ The link is clean (no weird redirects)
✅ You used disclosure
✅ Your page has real value
✅ You’re not spamming the same URL
✅ You can track clicks

Want the exact beginner setup?

Grab my Pinterest Affiliate Blueprint to Get Started
It shows the exact steps: niche → pins → landing page → email follow-up.