Pinterest

= Pinterest = toc Pinterest is a rapidly growing bookmark and sharing website. The site allows members to create collections of any images, pages, videos, or other content they find online. These collections can be saved and shared with others.

History
Pinterest was founded by former Google employee Ben Silbermann along with two friends in November 2009. The small start-up company launched pinterest.com in March 2010. Silbermann’s goal was to create an inviting, easy-to-use space for self-expression. The website’s stated mission is “connecting people all over the world based on shared tasted and interests.” Pinterest has gained enough momentum to raise $27 million in venture capital as of October 2011, and was named one of the five best social media sites of 2011 by Time magazine. There is also a Pinterest app available for the iPhone.



How it works
Users must register to use Pinterest, which is free. Collections are organized on “pinboards”: every item you add to a board is a “pin.” Images and other content can be grabbed from anywhere on the web using a “pin it” button that users add to their browser’s bookmark bar. Users can choose to follow other users, re-share others’ pins, and “like” or comment on other users’ items. Pinboards can be kept private, shared with select users, or shared with the public. Suggested uses of pinboards include decorating a room, planning a wedding, and creating an outfit.

**References**
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