Deleting your LinkedIn account is a decision that requires careful consideration. If you have made up your mind and want to proceed with deleting your account, follow the steps below to close your LinkedIn account permanently.
Step 1: Accessing Account Settings
Firstly, tap on the Profile icon located in the navigation bar at the top of your LinkedIn homepage. This icon typically resembles your profile picture or a silhouette of a person. Once you click on the Profile icon, navigate to the Settings icon situated in the top right corner of your profile.
Step 2: Initiating the Account Closure Process
After clicking on the Settings icon, scroll down and look for the option labeled “Close account” under the Account management section. Click on this option to progress to the next stage of closing your LinkedIn account.
Step 3: Confirming Your Decision
Upon selecting “Close account,” LinkedIn will prompt you to proceed with closing your account. Click on “Continue” to confirm your decision to delete your account permanently.
Step 4: Providing a Reason for Closure
LinkedIn will request you to select a reason for closing your account from a list of options. Choose the reason that best fits your decision to delete your account and click “Next” to advance to the next step.
Step 5: Verifying Your Account Details
For security purposes, LinkedIn will ask you to enter your account password to verify your identity. Input your password in the designated field and click on “Done” to finalize the account closure process.
Step 6: Confirmation of Account Deletion
After entering your password, LinkedIn will validate your request to delete your account. You will receive a confirmation message indicating that your account has been permanently deleted from LinkedIn’s platform.
Step 7: Logging Out of All Devices
It is advisable to log out of LinkedIn on all devices and applications after deleting your account to ensure that your personal information is no longer accessible or visible to others.
Step 8: Updating Third-Party Connections
If you have linked your LinkedIn account to other third-party services, remember to update or disconnect these connections to prevent any unforeseen access to your data after account deletion.
Step 9: Deleting the LinkedIn Mobile App
If you have the LinkedIn mobile app installed on your device, consider uninstalling it to remove any residual data associated with your deleted account.
Step 10: Data Retention Policy
LinkedIn may retain some of your data following account closure in compliance with their data retention policy. Review LinkedIn’s privacy policy for more information on data retention practices.
Step 11: Reopening Your Account
If you ever decide to return to LinkedIn, keep in mind that some account information may be restored if you attempt to reopen your account within a certain period following deletion.
Step 12: Seeking Assistance
If you encounter any issues or require further clarification on deleting your LinkedIn account, don’t hesitate to reach out to LinkedIn Help Center for personalized assistance and guidance.
