Pinterest is a social network created by Ben Silbermann. Pinterest allows users to visually share and discover new interest by posting (also known as pinning). Pinterest has an infant monetization strategy, no revenue, and yet a $3.8 billion valuation. Pinterest can be used on both the web and Smart phone devices. Even people who dont have a Pinterest use this application for ideas. For example, if someone is having a birthday party and they need help with decorations, Pinterest is there. If someone wants visions to help decorate their home, Pinterest is there. Most users think that you have to have an account in order to use Pinterest which is not true. You are able to see everything else registered users see, the only difference is you may not save anything. Pinterest is also used to advertise other websites, certain products, or even businesses in your area.
"Pinterest from the beginning, was not meant to be a shopping service" -Ben Silbermann