You want your best Threads post to stay at the top of your profile so new visitors see it first. Threads added a pin feature that lets you lock one post to the top of your profile grid. This article explains how to pin a post using the Threads mobile app and what happens when you unpin it.
Key Takeaways: Pinning a Thread to Your Profile
- Profile > three-dot menu on a post: Tap this menu to find the “Pin to profile” option.
- One pinned post at a time: Threads only allows one pinned post. Pinning a new post unpins the old one automatically.
- Unpin via the same menu: Tap the three-dot menu on the pinned post and select “Unpin from profile”.
What the Threads Pin Feature Does
The pin feature in Threads lets you select one of your own posts and keep it at the very top of your profile page. This is useful for announcements, popular threads, or a post that represents your personal brand. The pinned post appears before all other posts in chronological order. Only the profile owner can pin or unpin a post. You must be using the Threads mobile app for iOS or Android. The feature is not available on the Threads web version at this time.
Steps to Pin a Threads Post to Your Profile
Follow these steps on the Threads mobile app to pin a post.
- Open the Threads app and go to your profile
Tap your profile picture icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. This opens your profile page. - Find the post you want to pin
Scroll through your post list until you see the thread you want to pin. Tap the three-dot icon in the top-right corner of that post. - Select “Pin to profile”
From the menu that appears, tap “Pin to profile”. A confirmation message appears briefly at the bottom of the screen. - Verify the pinned post appears at the top
Return to your profile page. The pinned post now appears at the very top with a small pin icon next to the timestamp. This icon shows other users that the post is pinned.
How to Unpin a Threads Post
You can unpin a post at any time. The post will return to its original position in your chronological timeline.
- Go to your profile
Tap your profile picture icon in the bottom-right corner. - Open the pinned post
The pinned post is at the top of your profile. Tap the three-dot icon in its top-right corner. - Select “Unpin from profile”
Tap “Unpin from profile”. The pin icon disappears and the post moves back to its original place.
Common Issues and Limitations
Can I pin a post that is not my own?
No. You can only pin posts that you created. You cannot pin a reply from another user or a reposted thread.
What if I pin a new post while one is already pinned?
Threads automatically unpins the old post when you pin a new one. You do not need to manually unpin first. The new post replaces the old one at the top of your profile.
Why do I not see the “Pin to profile” option?
The pin feature is only available in the Threads mobile app. If you are using Threads on a web browser, you will not see the option. Open the app on your phone and try again.
Does pinning affect how others see my profile?
Yes. Any visitor to your profile sees the pinned post first. The pin icon is visible to everyone. This is useful for directing attention to a specific thread.
Pinned vs Non-Pinned Post Behavior Compared
| Item | Pinned Post | Non-Pinned Post |
|---|---|---|
| Position on profile | Always at the top | In chronological order with other posts |
| Number allowed | One at a time | Unlimited |
| Visible pin icon | Yes | No |
| Pinner | Only the post author | N/A |
You can now pin your most important Threads post to the top of your profile using the mobile app. Try pinning an announcement or a popular thread to make it the first thing visitors see. For a cleaner profile, unpin old posts before pinning a new one. The pin icon helps you quickly identify which post is pinned.