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How to hide your LinkedIn profile from external services

Here is how to hide your linkedin profile from external services

  1. First click on the "Me" dropdown menu in the top navigation bar
  2. Then click on "Settings & Privacy" option in the dropdown menu
  3. Next click on "Visibility" option in the left sidebar menu
  4. Then click on "Profile discovery and visibility off LinkedIn" option in the main content area
  5. Finally toggle off the "Profile visibility outside LinkedIn" switch

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Why should you hide your LinkedIn profile from external services

LinkedIn is a leading platform for professionals to connect, share insights, and advance their careers.

The feature to hide your LinkedIn profile from external services enhances privacy by ensuring that your personal information is only accessible to those within your chosen network.

This feature allows you to maintain control over your professional presence, making sure that your details are shared only with trusted connections.

Utilizing this feature helps safeguard your privacy while still engaging with the world’s largest professional network.

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March 13, 2026
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