Build Quote by Ben Silbermann
“When Pinterest works well, it helps you find things that are meaningful to you. We want to build a system that helps you do that.”
About This Quote
Source Company Blog: Pinterest Vision Statement, 2015
Pinterest aims to surface personally relevant content, making discovery meaningful and purposeful.
In simple terms: Pinterest helps you find meaningful things.
Key Takeaway
Focus on building tools that surface personal relevance.
Themes
discovery
personalization
technology
Mood
optimistic
inspired
Type
mission statement
technology
When to use this quote
- e‑commerce browsing
- creative inspiration
- research projects
- social media feed
Key Concepts
user intent
meaningful curation
algorithmic relevance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure diverse perspectives in personalized feeds?
- What metrics best capture “meaningful” discovery?
A Different Perspective
Algorithmic bias may limit true personal relevance.
