Step-by-Step-Guide: How to Make LinkedIn Profile Private

Step 1

Select the 'Profile' option.

Step 2

Then select view profile,

Step 3

Select the 'Visibility' option.

Step 4

Click on 'Edit your public profile' to proceed.

Step 5

Choose the 'Your public profile visibility' option and toggle it off to make your profile private.

Pro Tips for Making Your LinkedIn Profile Private

1. Log In to Your LinkedIn Account
   Visit linkedin.com and log in using your email and password.

2. Click on Your Profile Icon
   In the top-right corner of the screen, click your profile photo and select “Settings & Privacy” from the dropdown menu.

3. Go to the Visibility Section
   In the left-hand sidebar of the Settings page, click on “Visibility” to access privacy-related controls.

4. Edit 'Profile Viewing Options'
   Under “Visibility of your profile & network,” click “Profile viewing options.” Here you can choose to browse in private mode.

5. Enable Private Mode
   Select “Private mode” to view other profiles without revealing your name or headline.

6. Control Your Public Profile Settings
   Under “Edit your public profile,” you can customize what information is visible to non-logged-in users or search engines.

7. Adjust Who Can See Your Connections
   In the same Visibility section, choose whether your connections are visible to others or only to you.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

1. Confusing Private Mode with Profile Privacy
   Private mode hides your identity while viewing others' profiles. It doesn’t make your entire profile private. Use public profile settings for that.

2. Not Saving Changes
   After editing visibility settings, make sure to save or apply changes to confirm the update.

3. Limited Functionality in Private Mode
   When you browse in private mode, you won’t be able to see who viewed your profile either.

4. Changes Not Showing Immediately
   Some changes may take a few minutes to reflect. Refresh your profile to verify the update.

5. Public Profile Still Showing in Google Search
   If search engines have already indexed your public profile, it may take time to disappear even after you hide it.

Common FAQs About Making a LinkedIn Profile Private

1. How do I make my LinkedIn profile private?
   Go to Settings & Privacy, select Visibility, and adjust your public profile settings and profile viewing mode.

2. What is Private Mode on LinkedIn?
   Private mode lets you view other profiles without them knowing who you are.

3. Can I hide my profile from search engines?
   Yes, under public profile settings, turn off the visibility toggle for search engines.

4. Will my current connections still see my profile?
   Yes, unless you adjust individual visibility settings, your connections can still view your profile details.

5. Can I completely hide my LinkedIn profile?
   You cannot completely hide it from logged-in users, but you can significantly limit what others see by adjusting visibility settings.

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