{"id":3311,"date":"2012-02-29T08:35:50","date_gmt":"2012-02-29T14:35:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crazyeggblog.wpengine.com\/?p=3311"},"modified":"2018-02-21T13:17:30","modified_gmt":"2018-02-21T19:17:30","slug":"web-designers-use-pinterest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crazyegg.com\/blog\/web-designers-use-pinterest\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Impactful Ways Web Designers Can Use Pinterest"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pinterest<\/a> is the hot topic in social media right now.<\/p>\n

This network allows users to bookmark, or “pin” images from webpages onto a virtual pin board. The bonus for websites whose images are pinned on Pinterest is additional traffic from Pinterest users who see their images.<\/p>\n

So, how are web designers using Pinterest to make an impact?<\/p>\n

\"Web<\/p>\n

Web design by definition is a visual industry which means it fits perfectly with Pinterest. Web designers can take advantage of this network in a few ways including building their personal brand, creating an inspirational resource, sharing their portfolio, and more.<\/p>\n

Building Your Personal Brand on Pinterest<\/h2>\n

Just like any other social network, you will want to build your personal brand on Pinterest by creating a profile. You will need to first request an invite from Pinterest, or get an invite from someone already on Pinterest. Chances are there is someone following you on Twitter or Facebook that will help you out if you send a message that you need an invite.<\/p>\n

Once you’re in, there are a few important things you will want to make sure you include on your Pinterest profile besides your name and a great profile picture. Click the Edit Profile button on your profile or use the dropdown menu at the top right and click Settings to begin.<\/p>\n

\"Edit<\/p>\n

Let people know who you are and what you do by including it in your About section. Be sure to include your keyword of choice in the event that someone uses the people search for the keyword web design or web designer.<\/p>\n

Also, be sure to include a link to your website. This way, visitors to your profile can connect directly to your blog or portfolio.<\/p>\n

\"Pinterest<\/p>\n

Also, be sure to check the rest of your profile settings to ensure your Facebook and Twitter links are displayed, and that your profile is open to search engines. Sliding the Visibility marker to On will hide your profile from discovery by search.<\/p>\n

Using Pinterest for Design Inspiration<\/h2>\n

As a web designer, one of the things you might always be on the lookout for is inspiration. Pinterest is a great way to bookmark inspiring website designs and organize them in a way that helps you best.<\/p>\n

To begin, you will want to grab the Pin It button for your browser’s bookmark toolbar from the Pinterest Goodies Page<\/a>. Once installed, you can click this button whenever you are viewing pages with great designs. For example, if you were viewing this post on beautiful restaurant web designs<\/a> and found one (or more) of the images inspiring, then click on your Pin It button.<\/p>\n

\"Pinterest<\/p>\n

First, you will be able to choose an image from the page you are viewing. Hover over the image you like best, then click on the Pin This button to get the following popup.<\/p>\n

\"Pinterest<\/p>\n

Select one of your boards to add this image to or create a new one using the dropdown selections. Add a short description of your pin (up to 500 words), choose whether you want to share your pin with your Facebook and\/or Twitter followers, and click Pin it to finish. Now, you will have the following on your Pinterest profile.<\/p>\n

\"Pinterest<\/p>\n

If you want to keyword-optimize your Pinterest board, be sure to use the keywords web design<\/em> in each pin boards name. This way, people looking for boards on web design will be able to find your board when they search. Create boards based on industry web design, color scheme, platform, or other elements. Some great sources to begin with building your portfolio include the following.<\/p>\n