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If you’re just starting and trying to spend as little as possible, I’d keep your setup simple:

Best $0 setup: Pinterest Business account + Pinterest Analytics + native scheduler

• Cost: Free
• Good for: Learning what works before paying for automation
• You can schedule Pins directly in Pinterest and use Pinterest Analytics to track impressions, saves, Pin clicks, and outbound clicks. help.pinterest.com
• Downside: scheduling and reporting are basic compared with dedicated tools. create.pinterest.comhelp.pinterest.com

Best free/low-cost upgrade: Metricool

• Cost: Free tier available
• Good for: A beginner who wants scheduling + a dashboard without paying immediately
• It includes Pinterest scheduling on its free plan, along with broader social analytics. postplanify.com
• Downside: it’s a general social media tool, so it won’t have every Pinterest-specific feature.

Best if Pinterest is your main growth channel: Tailwind

• Cost: Free tier/limited options; paid plans if you grow
• Good for: Creators who plan to post frequently and want Pinterest-focused workflows
• It’s one of the more Pinterest-specialized schedulers and is designed around Pinterest planning and publishing. pinpinterest.com
• Downside: you may outgrow the free tier quickly.

My recommendation for a brand-new account:

1. Start with Pinterest Analytics (free) for 30–60 days.
2. Use Pinterest’s own scheduler for your first batch of Pins.
3. Move to Metricool when manually scheduling starts becoming annoying.
4. Only pay for Tailwind once you know Pinterest is bringing traffic, leads, or sales.

For tracking, focus on:

• Outbound clicks (are people leaving Pinterest for your site?)
• Saves (are people finding the content valuable?)
• Top-performing Pins (which topics/designs to repeat)

You don’t need a paid tool just to get started. create.pinterest.comhelp.pinterest.com

If you’re just starting and watching every dollar, I’d actually start with Pinterest itself rather than paying for a scheduler.

• Best $0 option: Pinterest Business account. It’s free and includes built-in Analytics, where you can track impressions, saves, Pin clicks, outbound clicks, followers, top Pins, and boards. Pinterest Pinterest Help
• Scheduling: Pinterest lets business accounts schedule standard Pins up to 30 days ahead, with up to 10 Pins scheduled at once. Pinterest Help
• Best low-cost upgrade: Tailwind. If you eventually want easier scheduling/automation, Tailwind has a free plan and Pinterest-specific scheduling, including SmartSchedule. Tailwind Knowledge Base Tailwind
• I wouldn't pay for Later yet. Its Pinterest analytics are tied to paid plans and only track Pins scheduled through Later, so it’s harder to justify when you're starting out. Later Help Center

My recommendation

Start with Pinterest Business + its native scheduler/Analytics. Spend $0 for your first month or two, learn which Pins actually get saves and outbound clicks, and only then consider Tailwind if manually scheduling becomes annoying.

That gives you the most important thing early on: learning what works before paying for automation.

If you’re just starting and watching every dollar, I’d start with Buffer.

• Buffer — best simple starting point: its free plan currently lets you schedule up to 10 Pinterest pins at a time, with no monthly/yearly posting limit. It also provides basic metrics such as impressions, saves, and engagement rate. buffer.com
• Tailwind — best if Pinterest becomes your main focus: it has a forever-free plan, but the current free tier is limited to 5 scheduled posts/month. Its analytics are stronger, including impressions, saves, Pin clicks, and outbound clicks. www.tailwindapp.com
• Pinterest itself — cheapest of all: use Pinterest's native scheduler if you're only posting occasionally. It costs nothing, though it's more limited for batching and planning. pinpinterest.com

My pick for you: start with Buffer, learn what types of pins actually get impressions/clicks, and don't pay for a Pinterest-specific tool until you're consistently hitting the free-plan limits.

A simple beginner setup is: Canva/free design tool → Buffer → Pinterest Analytics/Buffer metrics. That keeps your initial cost at $0.

If you’re just starting and money is tight, I’d keep it simple:

🥇 Best choice: Pinterest itself — $0

Use a Pinterest Business account and its built-in scheduler. You don’t need to pay for a third-party tool yet. Pinterest also gives you Pinterest Analytics for free, including impressions, saves, Pin clicks, outbound clicks, follows, and top-performing Pins. help.pinterest.com

Pinterest Business

Why I’d pick this for you:

• $0/month
• Scheduling is built in
• Native Pinterest publishing
• Analytics are already included
• Nothing new to learn
• Great while you're figuring out what content actually works

🥈 Best free upgrade: Tailwind

If manually scheduling starts becoming annoying, Tailwind is probably the first tool I'd try. It currently offers a forever-free plan with no credit card required, plus Pinterest scheduling and SmartSchedule. www.tailwindapp.com

Its paid Pinterest scheduling starts around $17.99/month, so I wouldn't pay for it until you've outgrown the free option. www.tailwindapp.com

My budget-friendly progression

Month 1: Pinterest Business + native scheduler → $0
Track: impressions → saves → outbound clicks → which Pins generate the most traffic.
Later: try Tailwind's free plan if you need easier scheduling.
Only pay: when the time saved is actually worth ~$18/month.

Bottom line: Don't buy a scheduler yet. Pinterest + its free Analytics is enough to learn the basics and validate whether your Pins are getting traction. help.pinterest.com

If you’re just starting and watching every dollar, I’d go with Tailwind’s free plan.

Best budget setup

1. Tailwind — best all-around Pinterest starter

• Has a forever-free option with no credit card required. www.tailwindapp.com
• Built specifically around Pinterest, including scheduling and a visual calendar.
• Provides analytics for things like impressions, saves, and outbound clicks, so you can see which Pins are actually working. www.tailwindapp.com
• Its SmartSchedule can help you spread Pins out consistently rather than guessing when to post. www.tailwindapp.com

2. Buffer — best if you’ll use multiple social platforms

• Free plan supports up to 3 channels and 10 scheduled posts per channel, with no monthly/yearly limit on how many you can refill. buffer.com
• Includes basic Insights, so it's useful if Pinterest is just one part of your social strategy.
• Paid Essentials starts at $5/month per channel when billed annually, if you eventually outgrow the free tier. buffer.com

What I'd do in your shoes

Start with Tailwind free + Pinterest's own analytics. Don't pay for advanced analytics yet. Spend your first month learning which Pins get saves and outbound clicks, then consider paying for a scheduler only if manually managing Pins becomes annoying.

If you're only posting a few Pins per week, you may not even need a third-party scheduler at first. Save the money and put it toward creating better Pin graphics/content.

If you’re just starting and watching every dollar, I’d keep it simple:

🥇 Best choice: Pinterest Business + Tailwind Free

1. Pinterest Business — $0

• Free business account.
• Built-in Pinterest Analytics gives you impressions, saves, Pin clicks, outbound clicks, top Pins/boards, and more.
• You don’t need to pay for a separate analytics tool. help.pinterest.com

Set up Pinterest Business

2. Tailwind — free plan

• Designed specifically around Pinterest scheduling.
• Its current free tier includes 5 scheduled posts/month, so it's enough to learn the workflow, though you'll outgrow it quickly. www.tailwindapp.com
• Tailwind also offers basic analytics and SmartSchedule on its platform. www.tailwindapp.com

Tailwind's free Pinterest scheduler

What I'd do in your shoes

Start with $0/month:

Pinterest Business for analytics + Tailwind Free for scheduling.

Don't pay for advanced analytics yet. Spend your first month learning which Pins get saves and outbound clicks—those are more useful signals than obsessing over follower count. Pinterest's own analytics lets you compare your top Pins by these metrics. help.pinterest.com

If you find yourself needing to schedule substantially more than 5 Pins/month, then consider upgrading Tailwind or comparing it with another scheduler.

One important tip: Pinterest recommends creating fresh Pins rather than relying primarily on saved/recycled content, so I'd prioritize making a small number of good, original Pins consistently rather than trying to automate a huge volume. help.pinterest.com

If you're just starting and watching every dollar, I'd actually skip a paid scheduler for now.

Best budget setup: Pinterest + Metricool

• Pinterest Business account — free. You get Pinterest's own scheduling and built-in analytics, including impressions, saves, Pin clicks, and outbound clicks. help.pinterest.com
• Metricool — free plan. It currently supports 1 brand, up to 20 scheduled posts/month, and 30 days of analytics history on the free tier. metricool.com
• Tailwind — worth considering later. It's much more Pinterest-focused, with visual scheduling, SmartSchedule and deeper Pinterest analytics, but I'd wait until you're posting enough that those features save you meaningful time. www.tailwindapp.com

What I'd do in your shoes: start with Pinterest Business + Metricool Free. Spend $0, schedule a few Pins each week, and use Pinterest Analytics to watch saves, outbound clicks, and impressions. After 30 days, you'll have enough data to decide whether a paid tool is actually worth it.

Pinterest Business · Metricool free plan

If you tell me how many Pins you expect to post per week (e.g. 3, 10, 30), I can recommend the cheapest setup that won't become a hassle.

If you're just starting and watching every dollar, I’d actually start with Pinterest itself rather than paying for a third-party platform.

Best budget setup: Pinterest Business + Tailwind Free

• Pinterest Business account — $0: You get Pinterest Analytics, audience insights, and Pinterest's own Pin scheduling tools. business.pinterest.combusiness.pinterest.com

Pinterest Business

• Tailwind Free — $0: Useful if you want a more convenient scheduling workflow. Its current free tier includes 5 scheduled posts/month, and Tailwind provides basic analytics such as impressions, saves, Pin clicks, and outbound clicks. www.tailwindapp.comsupport.tailwindapp.com

Tailwind's free plan

My recommendation: Don't pay for Tailwind yet. Use Pinterest's native scheduler for your regular Pins and Pinterest Analytics to see what's working. Pinterest specifically recommends scheduling Pins to keep uploads consistent. business.pinterest.combusiness.pinterest.com

Once you're posting enough that manually scheduling becomes annoying, Tailwind is the first paid upgrade I'd consider because its scheduling and analytics are built specifically around Pinterest. www.tailwindapp.comsupport.tailwindapp.com

Simple starter stack:
Canva Free → Pinterest native scheduler → Pinterest Analytics → spreadsheet for tracking your best Pins.

That can realistically keep your Pinterest costs at $0/month while you're learning what content works.

If you're just starting and budget is the priority, I'd actually start with Pinterest itself rather than paying for a scheduler.

🥇 Best $0 option: Pinterest Business

A free Pinterest Business account gives you native scheduling + analytics. You can schedule Pins up to 30 days ahead, with up to 10 future Pins queued. help.pinterest.com

Its built-in Analytics also shows impressions, engagements, engagement rate, top Pins/boards, and performance over time. help.pinterest.com

Pinterest Business

Why I'd pick it for you: zero cost, no extra software to learn, and you get the actual Pinterest data you'll want while figuring out what works.

🥈 If you want easier scheduling: Tailwind

Tailwind offers a Free Forever plan, currently with 5 scheduled posts/month and basic analytics. Its paid Pinterest scheduling starts at $17.99/month, so I'd only upgrade once you're posting enough that the time savings matter. www.tailwindapp.com

My recommendation

Start with Pinterest Business → schedule manually → review Analytics once a week. Don't spend money on a scheduling tool until you've established that Pinterest is worth your time.

A simple beginner routine would be 2–3 Pins/week for a month, then look at which Pins generate the most saves, outbound clicks, and impressions and make more of those.

If you’re just starting and keeping costs low, I’d avoid paying for a full Pinterest suite right away. A good starter setup is:

Best free option: Pinterest’s own tools + a simple spreadsheet

Cost: $0

• Use Pinterest Business account analytics for:
  • impressions
  • saves
  • outbound clicks
  • top-performing Pins
  • audience insights
• Use Pinterest’s built-in scheduler for basic posting.
• Track results in Google Sheets (date posted, topic, impressions, clicks, saves).

This is enough for the first few months while you learn what content works.

Best low-cost upgrade: Tailwind

Cost: free tier available; paid plans if you outgrow it www.tailwindapp.com

Tailwind is probably the best fit once manual scheduling starts taking too much time because it is Pinterest-focused. It offers:

• Pin scheduling
• a visual calendar
• SmartSchedule timing suggestions
• Pin performance insights www.tailwindapp.com

The free plan is useful for testing the workflow before paying. www.tailwindapp.com

If you also post on Instagram/Facebook: Buffer

Cost: free/low-cost tiers

Buffer can be cheaper if you want one dashboard for several platforms, but it is less Pinterest-specialized than Tailwind. socialrails.com

My suggested beginner stack:

1. Canva free → design Pins
2. Pinterest Analytics → measure what works
3. Google Sheets → keep a simple content tracker
4. Tailwind free → schedule when you’re ready for automation

Don’t worry about advanced analytics at the start. Focus on tracking just three numbers per Pin:

• Saves (content appeal)
• Outbound clicks (traffic value)
• Impressions (Pinterest distribution)

Once you consistently know which topics and designs perform, then paying for a scheduler becomes much easier to justify.

If you’re just starting on Pinterest and watching your budget, I’d avoid jumping straight into expensive “all-in-one” marketing suites. For basic pin scheduling + tracking, these are the best low-cost options:

My pick for a tight budget:

1. Start with Pinterest’s own scheduler + Pinterest Analytics (free)
   • Learn what actually gets impressions, saves, and clicks.
   • Don’t pay until you know you can create consistently.

2. Add Canva Free for making pins quickly.

3. Upgrade to Tailwind only if you’re posting regularly (for example, multiple pins per week and you want automation). Tailwind is more Pinterest-specific than general schedulers and includes Pinterest-focused analytics features. www.tailwindapp.com

4. Choose Buffer instead if you plan to manage multiple social accounts and Pinterest is just one channel. Its free plan supports multiple social channels and includes basic analytics. www.techradar.com

A very lean starter stack would be:

• Design: Canva Free
• Scheduling: Pinterest native scheduler (free)
• Tracking: Pinterest Analytics (free)
• Optional upgrade later: Tailwind

That setup can take you from zero to a functioning Pinterest workflow without spending anything.

If you're just starting and money is tight, I’d start with Pinterest itself, then add a scheduler only when you outgrow it.

Best budget setup

1. Pinterest Business — $0

• Free business account.
• Native scheduling for Pins.
• Built-in Pinterest Analytics lets you track impressions, saves, outbound clicks, and other performance metrics. business.pinterest.com
• Best choice if you're only posting a few Pins per week.

2. Tailwind — best inexpensive upgrade

• Has a Free Forever plan with 5 scheduled posts/month and basic analytics. www.tailwindapp.com
• Its main advantage is Pinterest-specific scheduling and SmartSchedule, which chooses posting times based on your audience. support.tailwindapp.com
• Paid plans currently start around $17.99/month on the displayed annual promotion, so I wouldn't pay for it until you're consistently creating enough Pins to justify it. www.tailwindapp.com

What I'd do in your situation

Pinterest Business + Canva + a simple spreadsheet to start.

Spend $0/month and track just these four numbers for each Pin:

After you've got a few weeks of data, you can decide whether scheduling automation is actually worth paying for.

My pick: Don't buy Tailwind yet. Start with Pinterest's free scheduler and analytics; upgrade to Tailwind when manually scheduling becomes annoying or you need more automation. business.pinterest.com

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If you're just starting and watching your budget, I’d actually start with Pinterest itself, rather than paying for a specialized scheduler.

• Best $0 option: Pinterest’s native scheduler + Pinterest Analytics. Pinterest provides its own scheduling tool for business accounts, and you can create Pins for free. business.pinterest.com
• Best inexpensive third-party option: Buffer. It’s beginner-friendly and supports Pinterest scheduling; its free tier is limited, but it can be a good step up if you also want to schedule other social platforms. socialrails.com
• Best Pinterest-specific option: Tailwind. It has a free tier, but it’s quite limited—currently 5 posts/month—while paid plans add more scheduling and advanced analytics. www.tailwindapp.com

What I'd do in your situation

Start with Pinterest's free tools for 1–2 months. Schedule your Pins natively and use Pinterest Analytics to learn which Pins get impressions, saves, and clicks. Pinterest itself recommends scheduling Pins consistently. business.pinterest.com

Once you're consistently creating more Pins and the manual scheduling becomes annoying, try Buffer's free plan. If Pinterest becomes a major traffic source for you, then consider Tailwind for its Pinterest-specific features.

Bottom line:
$0 → Pinterest native scheduler + Analytics
~$0–low cost → Buffer
Pay for Pinterest specialization → Tailwind

I wouldn't pay for an expensive all-in-one social media suite yet—you probably won't use enough of its features to justify the cost.

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• Pinterest itself — Don't overlook it: Pinterest provides its own scheduling and measurement tools, so you can start without paying for another platform. business.pinterest.com

What I'd do in your shoes

Start with Pinterest + Buffer for $0. Schedule a small batch of Pins, then use Pinterest's analytics to track impressions, saves, outbound clicks, and which Pins perform best. Once you're consistently creating enough content that Buffer's 10-post queue becomes annoying, consider upgrading or switching to Tailwind.

Don't pay for an advanced analytics tool yet. At the beginning, your biggest learning opportunity is simply figuring out which topics, designs, and links get traction—not squeezing more metrics out of the data.

If you tell me how many Pins you expect to post per week (e.g. 3, 10, 20), I can recommend the cheapest setup that won't feel restrictive.

If you’re just starting and want to keep costs near zero, I’d start with Pinterest’s native scheduler + Pinterest Analytics rather than paying for a third-party tool.

• Best $0 option: Pinterest Business account — schedule Pins in advance and track impressions, saves, clicks, and other performance metrics directly in Pinterest.
• Best low-cost third-party option: Tailwind — useful if you eventually want more automation, content planning, and analytics. Its free/entry-level offering can be a good way to test whether you actually need a scheduling platform.
• Simple workflow: Create your Pins in Canva → schedule them directly through Pinterest → review Analytics weekly → only upgrade to Tailwind if manual scheduling becomes a hassle.

My recommendation for you: Don't spend money yet. Get your first 30–50 Pins out using Pinterest's own tools, learn which topics and formats perform, and then decide whether paid scheduling is worth it.

If you’re just starting and money is tight, I’d start with Pinterest’s own free Business tools rather than paying for a third-party scheduler.

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Best budget setup

• Scheduling: Use Pinterest’s built-in Pin scheduler.
• Performance tracking: Use Pinterest Analytics to monitor impressions, saves, outbound clicks, and which Pins are performing best.
• Cost: $0.
• Why: You avoid paying for features you probably won’t need while you’re still figuring out your content strategy.

Once you’re consistently publishing and need to manage Pinterest alongside other social platforms, then consider a low-cost third-party scheduler such as Buffer or Tailwind.

My recommendation: Spend your first month using Pinterest’s free tools, learn what content gets saves/clicks, and only upgrade when manual scheduling actually becomes a problem.

If you're just getting started and want to keep costs as close to $0 as possible, I'd recommend this progression:

1. Use Pinterest's built-in scheduler (Free) ⭐ Best starting point
   • Schedule Pins directly from a Pinterest Business account.
   • Includes native analytics like impressions, saves, outbound clicks, and engagement.
   • Downsides: you can only schedule up to 30 days ahead and up to 10 scheduled Pins at a time. help.pinterest.com

2. Buffer (Free plan) ⭐ Best free third-party option
   • Great if you want a simple calendar and publish to Pinterest plus other platforms later.
   • Free plan supports basic scheduling with limits, and paid plans start at about $6/month per channel if you outgrow it. Basic analytics are included on paid plans. www.techradar.comsocialrails.com

3. Tailwind (when you're ready to invest)
   • Built specifically for Pinterest and remains one of the most popular Pinterest-focused schedulers.
   • It has a limited free plan, with paid plans aimed at creators who need bulk scheduling, SmartSchedule, and more advanced Pinterest features. Community discussions consistently recommend it once your account starts growing. socialrails.com

For performance tracking

You don't need to pay initially. Use:

• Pinterest Analytics for pin performance (impressions, saves, clicks, top-performing Pins).
• Google Analytics if you're driving traffic to a website, so you can see which Pins actually generate visits and conversions.

My recommendation for a tight budget

• Month 1–3: Pinterest's free scheduler + Pinterest Analytics.
• If you start posting 20–50 Pins per month: Add Buffer's free plan.
• When Pinterest becomes a significant traffic source: Consider Tailwind or another Pinterest-specific tool.

This approach lets you avoid paying until your Pinterest strategy is consistently generating results.

For a tight budget and a Pinterest account that’s just getting started, I’d prioritize tools that let you schedule pins consistently and give you enough analytics to learn what works.

Here are good low-cost options:

My suggested starter setup:

1. Create a free Pinterest Business account.
2. Use Buffer or Tailwind for scheduling.
3. Review Pinterest Analytics once a week:
   • Which pins get the most saves?
   • Which pins drive website clicks?
   • Which topics or keywords perform best?

If you’re posting fewer than ~10–20 pins per week, I’d start with Pinterest Business + Buffer’s free plan. If Pinterest becomes a major traffic source, consider moving to Tailwind for more Pinterest-specific features.

If you're just getting started and keeping costs low, the best choice depends on how many accounts you manage and how much automation you need.

Here's a practical progression:

For someone on a tight budget, I'd prioritize them like this:

1. Pinterest's native scheduler (Free)

If you're only posting to Pinterest, this is usually enough. You can schedule Pins and monitor impressions, saves, outbound clicks, and other key metrics in your Pinterest Business account.

2. Metricool (Free)

Probably the strongest free option if you want better reporting. It combines scheduling with easy-to-read dashboards that help you identify:

• Top-performing Pins
• Best posting times
• Audience growth
• Clicks and engagement trends

3. Buffer (Free)

A good fit if you're also posting to Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, or X and want one place to manage multiple social platforms.

What to track as a beginner

Don't worry about every metric. Focus on these four:

• Impressions – Are your Pins getting shown?
• Outbound clicks – Are people visiting your website?
• Saves – A strong signal that people find your content valuable.
• Top-performing Pin designs – Notice patterns in colors, titles, and images that consistently perform well.

Budget recommendation

• $0/month: Pinterest native scheduler + Pinterest Analytics.
• $0–$10/month: Metricool if you want better reporting and easier scheduling.
• $15–$25/month: Tailwind if Pinterest becomes a major marketing channel and you want additional Pinterest-specific features.

For most new creators or small businesses, starting with the free Pinterest scheduler and adding Metricool later gives you the best balance of cost and useful insights without paying for features you may not need yet.

If you're just getting started and want to keep costs close to zero, the best choice depends on how many accounts you manage and whether you need analytics beyond Pinterest's own reporting.

Here's a practical progression:

1. Pinterest's native scheduler (my first recommendation)

If Pinterest is your primary platform, start with the built-in scheduler.

Pros

• Completely free
• Schedule Pins directly
• Access Pinterest Analytics
• No third-party integration needed

Cons

• Doesn't manage other social platforms
• Fewer planning features than dedicated tools

This is enough for many new creators and small businesses.

2. Buffer

Buffer is one of the easiest tools to learn.

It's a good choice if you also post on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn and want everything in one place.

You'll get:

• Easy scheduling
• Calendar view
• Basic post analytics
• Clean interface

The free plan is generous enough for many beginners.

3. Metricool

If you care more about understanding what's working than having fancy design tools, Metricool offers excellent value.

Its free plan includes useful insights like:

• Top-performing Pins
• Clicks
• Impressions
• Audience growth
• Content calendar

Many small creators use it long before upgrading.

4. Later

Later shines if your workflow is very visual.

It's helpful for planning content ahead of time and works well if Pinterest is only one part of your social strategy.

My suggestion for someone on a tight budget

I'd use this combination:

• Canva Free to create Pins
• Pinterest's native scheduler to publish them
• Pinterest Analytics to see which Pins earn the most impressions, saves, and outbound clicks

Only move to Metricool or Buffer once you're posting consistently (for example, 20–50 Pins per month) or managing multiple platforms.

This approach keeps your monthly cost at $0 while giving you everything you need to learn what content performs well before investing in paid tools.

If you’re just starting on Pinterest and need to keep costs near $0, I’d avoid paying for a full marketing suite at first. A simple setup is usually enough:

My budget-friendly starter setup:

1. Create Pins in Canva Free.
2. Schedule a few weeks ahead using Pinterest’s native scheduler or Buffer Free.
3. Track what works inside Pinterest Analytics.
4. Only upgrade to Tailwind or another paid tool after you’re consistently posting and know which Pins drive clicks.

If you’re posting just a few Pins per week, I’d start with Pinterest’s own tools + Canva + a spreadsheet. If you’re trying to grow a blog, shop, or affiliate account and want to batch 20–50+ Pins monthly, Tailwind is the first paid tool I’d consider. www.tailwindapp.com