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How to Connect instead of Follow on LinkedIn

Updated on:
June 9, 2026
By:
Luka Kankaras
Use this interactive demo to learn how to send a Connect request instead of just following on LinkedIn.

Quick summary

On LinkedIn, you can choose to Connect with someone rather than simply following them, giving you direct messaging access and a mutual network relationship. This demo walks you through sending a connection invitation and enabling the Follow option afterward.


Steps

  1. Go to someone's LinkedIn profile and click the 'Connect' button to initiate a connection request.
  2. Choose your preferred invitation option from the available choices in the dialog.
  3. Once the connection request is sent, click the 'More' button and enable the 'Follow' option to also follow their activity.

📌 Why this matters

Knowing how to Connect instead of Follow on LinkedIn is essential for building a genuine professional network. A connection gives you two-way messaging, mutual visibility, and stronger algorithmic reach compared to a one-sided follow. This distinction matters for sales prospecting, recruiting, and networking, where direct access to a contact's inbox can open real business opportunities. Understanding this workflow helps LinkedIn users maximize the value of every profile visit.
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