This analysis describes what Pinterest's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology
This provision requires users to bear the cost of defending Pinterest against legal claims arising from user content or conduct, which could create significant financial exposure for individual users whose content generates third-party claims.
Interpretive note: The enforceability of consumer-facing indemnification clauses varies by jurisdiction; EEA and UK unfair contract terms frameworks may limit or negate this obligation for consumer users.
If your content or activities on Pinterest result in a third party making a legal claim against Pinterest, the terms require you to indemnify Pinterest for its legal fees and any resulting liability, which could be financially significant depending on the nature of the claim.
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"You will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Pinterest and its officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against any claims, disputes, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, and costs and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees arising out of or in any way connected with (i) your access to or use of the Service, (ii) your Content, or (iii) your violation of these Terms.Excerpt from Pinterest's Terms of Service
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This provision requires users to bear the cost of defending Pinterest against legal claims arising from user content or conduct, which could create significant financial exposure for individual users whose content generates third-party claims.
If your content or activities on Pinterest result in a third party making a legal claim against Pinterest, the terms require you to indemnify Pinterest for its legal fees and any resulting liability, which could be financially significant depending on the nature of the claim.
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