Can you write off Canva Pro for Pinterest affiliate marketing?

Yes — Canva Pro can often be written off as a business expense for Pinterest affiliate marketing if you use it for your business and the expense is ordinary and necessary for that work.

What that usually means:

• Business use: If you use Canva Pro to create pins, graphics, or other marketing assets for your affiliate business, it is generally deductible.
• Mixed personal/business use: If you also use it for personal projects, you should generally only deduct the business-use percentage.
• Business activity vs. hobby: The deduction is generally only available if your affiliate marketing is being run as a real business with a profit motive, not just as a hobby.

Good records to keep:

• Canva invoices/receipts
• Notes or examples showing business use
• A simple log if the account is partly personal and partly business

If you’re a sole proprietor or single-member LLC in the U.S., this kind of expense is commonly reported on Schedule C, but the exact category can vary depending on how you keep your books and file your return.

Important: Tax rules can vary by country, state, and individual situation. It’s a good idea to confirm the deduction with a CPA or tax professional before filing.