How to Add Private Notes to Pinterest Pins (Even After the Feature Disappeared)

You are browsing Pinterest. You see a perfect idea. You save it. But wait—where do you write down *why* you saved it? The native feature is gone. Here is the definitive guide to adding private notes in 2026.

Option 1: The Description Hack (Not Recommended)

Some users try to edit the pin description itself. This is clunky. It messes up the pin's SEO if you have public boards, and it's tedious to click 'Edit' -> 'Type' -> 'Save' every time. Plus, it's not private.

Option 2: Spreadsheets (Too Slow)

Copying the link to a Google Sheet and adding a comment? Sure, if you have infinite time. But it breaks your flow. You want to stay on Pinterest.

Option 3: The Browser Extension Method (Best)

This is where Notestopin shines. It re-injects a 'Note' button directly onto the pin image. It feels native.

It feels like the feature Pinterest should have never removed.

Here is how it works:

• 1. Install the extension.
• 2. Hover over any pin.
• 3. Click the pencil icon.
• 4. Type your thought and hit Save.

It's that simple. The note stays attached to the pin visually, so when you browse your board later, your context is right there.