{"id":41805,"date":"2026-05-29T09:34:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T09:34:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/?p=41805"},"modified":"2026-06-02T13:55:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:55:18","slug":"how-to-delete-linkedin-account","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/how-to-delete-linkedin-account\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Delete LinkedIn Account Permanently & Temporarily","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

Social media of any kind can be a bit too much to handle. The same goes for professional networking platforms like LinkedIn. Constantly keeping track of LinkedIn, where everyone is looking for jobs, landing jobs, or has lost theirs, can be a bit stressful. Or, maybe you finally found a permanent job and no longer need to network. Could the LinkedIn notifications be driving you up the wall? Regardless of the reason, this guide shows you how to delete LinkedIn account permanently or temporarily.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Suggestions – Before Deleting LinkedIn Account<\/h2>\n

When you delete your LinkedIn account, it removes access to everything you built on that platform. You lose access to all connections, direct messages, recommendations, shared posts, and job applications; all disappear. So, before you delete your account, here are a few suggestions to pay attention to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Cancel any paid subscriptions<\/b> –<\/b> If you\u2019re using LinkedIn Premium, cancel it manually before terminating your account. Go to your profile, select \u201cPremium Features,\u201d then manage your subscription. Now, check to see if there are cancellation options, and cancel them.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Download your data before you delete<\/b> – <\/b>The platform lets you export your information before you delete LinkedIn account. To do that, go to \u201cSettings & Privacy\u201d > \u201cData Privacy\u201d > “How LinkedIn uses your data” > “Get a copy of your data.” You can request to get a copy of everything or handpick specific categories. You can select either your connections list, messages, or post history. LinkedIn will email you the file when it is ready.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Use the reactivation window<\/b> – <\/b>If you delete your account, LinkedIn holds your data for about 14 days. So, if you\u2019re having second thoughts, you can sign back in during that time and reactivate your profile. However, if you wait too long, past the given date, all your data will be gone for good. Keep in mind, there are a few things, like endorsements and group memberships, that don\u2019t fully restore even if you do return.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How to Delete LinkedIn Account Permanently<\/h2>\n

    Go with the permanent account deletion if you\u2019re completely sure you\u2019d like to get rid of your LinkedIn account. Here\u2019s how to get started:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Delete LinkedIn Account On a PC (Desktop)<\/h3>\n