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Yasmina Akni Ebourki
Last updated: Jan 27, 2025
You’ve probably heard of or even tried LinkedIn Premium, the paid version of LinkedIn that offers a lot of extra benefits you wouldn't have access to with a free account.
However, if you feel like you're no longer getting the most out of it, it might be time to cancel your subscription.
Let's walk through how to do that on different platforms and explore some alternatives to LinkedIn Premium that might work for you.
TL;DR: LinkedIn Premium offers enhanced features like profile optimization, InMail, and LinkedIn Learning, but if you’re not benefiting from it anymore, canceling is easy. On desktop, access "Manage Premium Subscription" under your profile settings to cancel. On mobile, use the app’s settings menu for a streamlined process.
Overview of LinkedIn Premium Features and Benefits
First off, LinkedIn Premium, as mentioned, is the enhanced version of LinkedIn that offers many more features than the free account.
It provides many additional functionality, such as the ability to optimize and customize your profile using artificial intelligence, which can help improve your profile’s appeal.
With Premium, you also get more visibility, including the ability to send InMail messages to people who are not in your network or outside of your connections.
It grants access to LinkedIn Learning, a platform full of courses across various industries that can help you upgrade your skills.
Premium also allows you to set your profile to “Open Profile,” meaning others can message you even if you're not connected with them.
This is especially helpful for expanding your network or engaging in networking opportunities.
Additionally, LinkedIn Premium gives you more detailed analytics, such as who has viewed your profile and in-depth performance metrics for your posts.
Essentially, it’s like having the regular LinkedIn experience but with deeper insights, enhanced networking tools, and more opportunities for personal and professional growth.
How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium on Desktop
That said, once you’ve stopped getting the most out of LinkedIn Premium, it’s important to know how to cancel your subscription.
Below, I’ll walk you through the steps to do this, whether you're using a desktop or mobile device.
Step-by-step instructions for canceling via desktop
If you're on your computer and want to cancel LinkedIn Premium, follow these steps:
Go to the LinkedIn website and log in to your profile.
Once you're on your profile page, click on the “Me” icon at the top of the page.
In the dropdown menu, select “Premium subscription” from the list of options.
Here, you’ll see the details of your current subscription, including the plan you're on and your next payment date.
On the left side of the page, you’ll see an option for “Manage subscription.”
From there, you can update your payment method, change your plan, or, on the right side, click “Cancel subscription” to end your Premium service.
Keep in mind that your subscription will remain active for the current billing cycle, and you won’t be charged for the following period.
If you’re on an annual plan, you’ll have to wait until the next year for your subscription to end.
What happens to your account after cancellation?
Once your LinkedIn Premium subscription ends, you’ll lose access to all the features that come with the paid plan. After your billing cycle concludes, here’s what happens:
You’ll no longer have access to tools that help enhance or optimize your profile visibility.
The ability to send direct messages to people outside your network will revert to the limitations of a basic account.
If you were using LinkedIn Learning, your access to the courses and educational content will stop.
Basically, your account will return to a standard free profile with the core LinkedIn functionalities.
Essentially, your account will function as a basic LinkedIn profile without the additional advantages of Premium.
How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium on Mobile
Canceling your LinkedIn Premium subscription via the mobile app is a straightforward process, but it does differ slightly from the desktop version. Let’s break it down step by step.
Canceling via the LinkedIn mobile app
Follow these steps to cancel your LinkedIn Premium subscription directly from the mobile app:
Open the LinkedIn app and log in to your account.
Tap your profile picture in the top-left corner to access the menu.
Scroll down and select "Settings."
Under the "Account" section, tap "Subscriptions."
Tap "Manage Premium Subscription."
Choose "Cancel Subscription" and follow the prompts to confirm your cancellation.
Differences between desktop and mobile cancellation
The process for canceling your LinkedIn Premium subscription is essentially the same on both desktop and mobile, but there are a few distinctions:
The mobile app streamlines the process, making it slightly quicker and more intuitive compared to desktop.
On desktop, cancellations are managed through the subscription settings in your profile, while the mobile app condenses these steps into a more user-friendly flow.
Regardless of the device you use, LinkedIn will require you to confirm your cancellation.
This may involve entering your email or verifying the action to ensure the cancellation is intentional.
