Pinterest doesn’t reward volume alone anymore. In 2025 its ranking system (often described as TransActV2) weighs far more contextual clues, and—as MadPinMedia notes—considers 16,000+ signals. If freshness (new images + new text), timing, or account health slip—even a little—impressions can sink even when you’re still posting.

Whether you’re a casual user looking for inspiration or a business relying on Pinterest traffic, search issues can mean wasted time and lost opportunities. Fortunately, most problems with Pinterest search have clear fixes.

In this guide, we’ll walk through the most common reasons Pinterest search might not be working, along with practical solutions to get it running smoothly again.