- To hibernate your LinkedIn account, click your profile icon in the top menu of your dashboard.
- Choose ‘Settings & Privacy’ to access your account settings.
- Under the Account Preferences section, scroll down to Account Management and click ‘Hibernate Account’.
- Carefully review what will happen to your account when you hibernate it, then click the ‘Hibernate’ button once you have decided.
- Provide your password for verification, then click the ‘Hibernate’ button once more to complete the process.
How to Hibernate your LinkedIn Account
Use this interactive demo to learn how to hibernate your LinkedIn account.
📌 Why this matters
Hibernating your account temporarily removes your profile from searches and networking without permanently deleting your data or connections. This gives you a clean break during job transitions, personal breaks, or when you need to step away from professional networking pressure. Your profile becomes invisible to others, but everything remains intact for when you return. It's particularly valuable when you want to avoid unwanted contact or recruitment messages during sabbaticals, career pivots, or personal circumstances that require privacy from your professional network.
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