Claim/Verify Your Website with Pinterest

Verifying your website with Pinterest connects your content directly to your profile and gives you valuable insights into how your listings and pages are performing. Once your site is claimed, every Pin from your website reinforces your brand and makes it easier for users to discover and follow you.

Table of Contents

• Why should you verify your website with Pinterest?

• How do you verify your website with Pinterest?

• What happens after your website is verified?

• To verify your website with Pinterest, add a TXT record to your domain's DNS settings. Because Real Geeks manages DNS on your behalf, email the TXT record code to support@realgeeks.com and the team will add it within 48 business hours. Once added, return to Pinterest to click Verify and complete the process.

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Why Verify Your Website with Pinterest

Claiming your website helps you turn your content into a stronger marketing tool.

• Build trust by connecting your website directly to your Pinterest profile

• Increase visibility when users save content from your site

• Gain insights into how often your content is shared

• Encourage more followers through branded Pins

This is especially valuable for real estate agents sharing listings, blog content, or market updates.

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How to Verify Your Website

Follow these steps to claim your website in Pinterest:

1. Go to https://www.pinterest.com/business/login/ and log in to your account

2. Click the down arrow next to your profile icon

3. Select Settings

4. Click Link to Pinterest from the left-side navigation.

5. Click Claim next to Websites.

6. Click the text in the box below Add TXT record to copy it, then click Continue.

7. Open an email to support@realgeeks.com

8. Paste the TXT record code into the body of the email and enter Please add my Pinterest Verify Code as the subject line.

The Real Geeks support team will respond within 48 business hours to confirm the TXT record has been added. If you need it added sooner, call 844-311-4969 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–8 PM CST) to reach a team member directly. Once you receive confirmation that the TXT record has been added, return to Pinterest at Settings > Claimed accounts > Websites and click Verify to complete the claiming process.

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What Happens After Verification

Once your website is verified, Pinterest connects your content directly to your brand.

• Your profile picture appears on Pins from your website

• Your Pinterest profile is linked to your content

• Users can easily follow you from your Pins

• Your content gains more credibility and visibility

This creates a consistent brand presence across your website and Pinterest, helping you attract and engage more potential clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does Pinterest verification take?
  Verification can take up to 72 hours after adding your TXT record.

• Do I need a business account to verify my website?
  Yes, website claiming is only available for Pinterest Business accounts.

• What if my website does not verify?
  First, confirm the TXT record was added correctly by checking with the Real Geeks support team. Then allow up to 72 hours for DNS propagation to complete before clicking Verify again. If the issue persists, contact support at 844-311-4969 or email support@realgeeks.com.
  

• Can I verify more than one website?
  Yes, Pinterest allows you to claim multiple websites from your account settings.

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Need Help?

• Call us at 844-311-4969 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–8 PM CST)
• Email support@realgeeks.com
• View our Live Events page for free coaching and training.
• Join the Real Geeks Mastermind Group on Facebook for peer tips and best practices

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