Historypin
Old photographs pinned to the exact street corner where they were taken, fading into the modern view behind.
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How to get the most from it
Historypin sits in History & Time under Learn, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something nostalgic, wholesome and beautiful.
About this category: Historical maps, timelines, primary sources and the strange experience of seeing a moment in time laid out as an interface.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- A trip back to the older internet
- Something kind-hearted
- Looking at something lovely
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Historypin: quick answers
Is Historypin free?
Yes. Historypin is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Historypin?
No. You can use Historypin without signing up for anything.
Does Historypin work on a phone?
Yes. Historypin works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Historypin safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Historypin take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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