Free Pinterest Text Overlay Generator
Add bold, readable text overlays to your Pinterest pins in seconds. Upload a photo, pick a template, type your headline and download a 2:3 pin — no design skills or account needed.
Pinterest Text Overlay Generator
Add a readable headline to your photo with a ready-made pin template, then download a 1000 × 1500 px pin. Runs in your browser.
Drop a photo here
or click to choose · JPG, PNG or WebP, up to 15MB
How to add a text overlay to a Pinterest pin
- 1
Upload your photo
Choose a JPG, PNG or WebP. It's cropped to the 2:3 pin shape Pinterest recommends — drag to reposition.
- 2
Type a short headline
Pick a template and colour. The text is sized automatically so it stays readable on mobile.
- 3
Download and pin
Get a 1000 × 1500 px JPG with an SEO-friendly file name, ready to upload to Pinterest.
Pinterest text overlay best practices
Keep it to 3–8 words
Pins are small in the feed. A short, specific headline ("10 Cozy Fall Living Room Ideas") is read in a glance; long sentences shrink until nobody can read them.
Design for mobile
Most Pinterest browsing happens on phones. Use a big, bold font — on a 1000 px wide pin, aim for headline text around 60 px or larger.
Use strong contrast
Put text on a solid or semi-solid band instead of a busy photo. Aim for a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 between text and background.
Don't cover the subject
Place the text in a top or bottom band, or on a card, so the most important part of the photo stays visible.
Be honest, not spammy
The overlay should describe what people get when they click. Misleading or clickbait text hurts trust and engagement.
Stay consistent
Reuse the same template and colours for a series so your pins become recognisable as yours.
More tips and headline formulas: Pinterest text overlays — what works and what doesn't.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add a text overlay to a Pinterest pin?
Upload your photo to the generator above, type a short headline, pick a template and colour, then download the pin. Upload the downloaded image to Pinterest as a new pin. It takes less than a minute and works in your browser.
What is a Pinterest text overlay?
A text overlay is a headline placed on top of the pin image, such as "15-Minute Vegan Lunch Ideas". It tells people what the pin is about before they click, which usually makes pins easier to understand in a busy feed.
Do text overlays help Pinterest pins get more clicks?
Clear, relevant text overlays usually help, because people can see at a glance what they will get. They work best when the text is short, readable on a phone and matches the content behind the pin.
What font size should I use for text on a Pinterest pin?
Use a bold font that is easy to read when the pin is shown small in the feed. On a 1000 × 1500 px pin, headline text around 60 px or larger works well. The generator sizes the text automatically to fit the template.
How much text should a Pinterest pin have?
Keep the overlay to about 3–8 words. Put the details in the pin title and description instead — those are also what Pinterest uses for search.
Why are Pinterest pins vertical?
Pinterest displays pins in a vertical grid designed for phones, so tall images take up more space and stand out. Pinterest recommends a 2:3 ratio, such as 1000 × 1500 px, which is the default size in this tool.
Is the text overlay generator free?
Yes. Three templates are free to use without an account; free downloads include a small "Made with Pixlory" mark. Paid plans remove the watermark and unlock all templates.
Are my photos uploaded anywhere?
No. The image is edited entirely in your browser and never sent to our servers.
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