Urge Pinterest to rectify comment restrictions

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ella addams and 13 others have signed recently.

The issue

Since its inception, Pinterest has been a haven for creativity and community engagement. Many of us turned to Pinterest not only for inspiration but also for meaningful interactions through features like "whispers" in comments. However, recently, Pinterest has disabled these whispers despite there being no offensive content. Additionally, the platform is now blocking harmless comments, causing significant disruptions and alienating thousands of active users.

For creators and their followers, the ability to interact through comments is a crucial aspect of the Pinterest experience. It fosters connections, allows for the exchange of ideas, and helps build a strong community. By cutting off this vital communication channel, Pinterest is not only hindering this interaction but is also risking the loss of their user base to alternative platforms.

According to a Digital Marketing Community report, platforms that encourage user interaction see a 50% higher retention rate. Engaged users are more likely to return and contribute, which in turn helps the platform grow. Pinterest's recent changes severely undermine this principle, jeopardizing user satisfaction and engagement levels.

We're calling on Pinterest to re-enable whispers and stop blocking innocuous comments. This change will not only restore the faith of millions of users but also maintain Pinterest's standing as a leader in digital creativity and community building. By listening to its user base and making necessary changes, Pinterest can avoid potential loss of loyal users and ensure a thriving, interactive platform for everyone.

Please join us in urging Pinterest to listen to its users and rectify these issues. Let's keep Pinterest the place where creativity and community can flourish! Sign this petition now to demand change.

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Recent signers:
ella addams and 13 others have signed recently.

The issue

Since its inception, Pinterest has been a haven for creativity and community engagement. Many of us turned to Pinterest not only for inspiration but also for meaningful interactions through features like "whispers" in comments. However, recently, Pinterest has disabled these whispers despite there being no offensive content. Additionally, the platform is now blocking harmless comments, causing significant disruptions and alienating thousands of active users.

For creators and their followers, the ability to interact through comments is a crucial aspect of the Pinterest experience. It fosters connections, allows for the exchange of ideas, and helps build a strong community. By cutting off this vital communication channel, Pinterest is not only hindering this interaction but is also risking the loss of their user base to alternative platforms.

According to a Digital Marketing Community report, platforms that encourage user interaction see a 50% higher retention rate. Engaged users are more likely to return and contribute, which in turn helps the platform grow. Pinterest's recent changes severely undermine this principle, jeopardizing user satisfaction and engagement levels.

We're calling on Pinterest to re-enable whispers and stop blocking innocuous comments. This change will not only restore the faith of millions of users but also maintain Pinterest's standing as a leader in digital creativity and community building. By listening to its user base and making necessary changes, Pinterest can avoid potential loss of loyal users and ensure a thriving, interactive platform for everyone.

Please join us in urging Pinterest to listen to its users and rectify these issues. Let's keep Pinterest the place where creativity and community can flourish! Sign this petition now to demand change.

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Petition created on 24 February 2026