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How to Delete LinkedIn Account

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to permanently close your LinkedIn account step by step.

Quick summary

Deleting a LinkedIn account requires navigating to Settings & Privacy and selecting Close account under Account management. The process takes under five minutes and permanently removes your profile, connections, and data from LinkedIn.


Steps

  1. Go to your LinkedIn profile and click on it to open the profile menu.
  2. Under the Account section, select Settings & Privacy.
  3. From the Account management section, select Close account.
  4. Click Continue to proceed with the account closure.
  5. Select a reason for closing the account and click Next.
  6. Provide additional information in the empty field and click Next.
  7. Enter your password in the field to confirm and close your account.
  8. Click Done to complete the account deletion process.

📌 Why this matters

Knowing how to delete a LinkedIn account gives users full control over their personal data and digital presence on one of the world's largest professional networks. Whether you're concerned about privacy, reducing your online footprint, or simply no longer need the platform, permanently closing your LinkedIn account ensures your profile, connections, and activity are removed. This step-by-step guide simplifies a multi-stage process that can otherwise be difficult to locate within LinkedIn's Settings & Privacy menu. Following the correct account closure workflow prevents accidental data retention and ensures the deletion is fully confirmed.
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