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About Pinboard
What is Pinboard?
Pinboard is a community communication platform designed for schools, parent groups, clubs, companies, and local communities. It helps build friendship, community, and trust by providing a private, verified space for sharing information with your trusted group. Fully GDPR compliant and with all members verified, Pinboard ensures a civilised, fun, and secure environment—never a forum for debate.
Problem it solves
Traditional communication tools like email chains and social media groups often lack privacy and verification, leading to spam and untrusted information. Pinboard solves this by offering a fully compliant platform where members are verified, making it easy to share news, sell items, find services, and connect with others in a safe space. For example, a school parent can post a request for a plumber and get useful responses quickly, or sell furniture within minutes.
Who is it for (and not for)?
Pinboard is ideal for school parent bodies, interest groups, local neighbourhoods, private members clubs, businesses, and institutions that want a trusted communication hub. It is not a public forum or a social network for open debate; it's designed for closed communities with verified members.
Real use cases
Schools use Pinboard to share newsletters, sell second-hand uniforms, and coordinate events. Clubs and organisations use it to post updates and recommendations. Local communities use it to find childcare, music lessons, or plumbers. Businesses can use Bespoke Pinboard to communicate with members, customers, or employees, fully customised with their branding.
Key features
- Free to set up and run — For regular Pinboard, no cost to start and post to your community.
- Fully GDPR compliant — All data handling meets European privacy regulations.
- Member verification — All members are verified, ensuring a trusted community.
- Wide network or private — Regular Pinboard connects to the wider Pinboard network; Bespoke Pinboard is only for your group.
- Editorial content — Regular Pinboard includes articles on art, culture, fashion, beauty, recipes, and more.
- Customisable Bespoke Pinboard — Add your logo, brand colours, fonts, and integrate into your website.
SaaSpartout Score
6.8
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Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
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Pinboard Pricing
Pinboard pricing: from FREE. Billing model: Freemium.
For comparison: the median starting price in Communication is $15.99/month, measured across 153 tools we track. See the full SaaS Pricing Index →
Regular Pinboard
FREE to set up, run, and post to your community. Pay-to-post for businesses and property, with an option to 'boost' posts to the wider Pinboard community. Includes great editorial content on art, culture, fashion, beauty, and recipes.
Bespoke Pinboard
MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION payable by your organisation, with different packages available. All posting is free for members. Fully customised with your logo, brand colours, fonts, and integrated within your website. Optional editorial content available.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pinboard free?
Yes, the Regular Pinboard is free to set up, run, and post to your community. However, businesses and property listings are pay-to-post, and a 'boost' option is available for wider visibility.
How much does Pinboard cost?
The Regular Pinboard is free. The Bespoke Pinboard has a monthly subscription with different packages, but exact pricing depends on the package chosen and is not publicly listed.
Who is Pinboard best for?
Pinboard is best for school parent groups, local communities, clubs, and organisations that need a secure, verified platform to share information with members. It's also suitable for private members clubs and businesses that want a customised communication tool.
What are the top alternatives to Pinboard?
Alternatives include private Facebook groups, WhatsApp community features, Slack, Discord, and dedicated community platforms like Tribe or Bettermode. Compare based on your needs for verification, GDPR compliance, and editorial content.
Does Pinboard offer a free trial?
The Regular Pinboard is free to use with no time limit, so a trial isn't necessary. For Bespoke Pinboard, contact Pinboard for a demo or quote.
Is Pinboard GDPR compliant?
Yes, Pinboard is fully GDPR compliant, ensuring data privacy and security for all members and organisations.
