Want to ditch your LinkedIn Premium? Despite all the perks, you knew it was time. With a few clicks, say goodbye to the fancy Gold Badge. But before you part ways, check out all the LinkedIn Premium Features you might miss. If your decision is final, get ready to own LinkedIn with your charm and smarts—no Premium needed.
Whatever your reason, we’ve got you covered. Follow the steps below to cancel LinkedIn Premium. Let’s start!
Why Cancel LinkedIn Premium?
Before we move to how, let's first address the why. LinkedIn Premium offers cool benefits like InMail credits, advanced search filters, and who viewed your profile. But if you haven’t used these features or are trying to let go of subscriptions (thanks, inflation!), it makes sense to cancel.
Step-by-Step Guide to Cancel LinkedIn Premium on Desktop
Click the Profile icon at the top of the LinkedIn homepage.
Select Premium features from the dropdown.
Click the Subscription details dropdown next to Premium Account and Features.
Choose Manage subscription.
You’ll be redirected to the Manage Premium account settings page.
Click Cancel subscription and follow the prompts to complete the cancellation. It might be a bit hidden, so keep an eye out!
Click on it and follow the prompts.
LinkedIn will ask for confirmation. They might also ask why you’re leaving (feel free to spill the tea or skip this step).
Confirm your cancellation.
LinkedIn will send you a confirmation email.
Keep this for your record in case you need it later.
Things to Remember
If you are thinking- “how to cancel LinkedIn Premium despite being charged?”, the answer is here-
Current Billing Cycle: Premium features remain active till the current billing cycle ends. If you cancel mid-month, you will retain the perks until the cycle ends.
No Refund Policy: There is no refund for unused portion of your subscription period. So, you can cancel but there is ‘no money back guarantee’. Use it wisely till the very end!
Past Data Retention: You won't lose your saved InMail messages or Connections, but you will lose access to the Premium Career Insights & Features once the paid subscription period ends.
Is Canceling Premium on LinkedIn Worth It?
Like Ross & Rachel from Friends, you have found yourself in an on-again, off-again relationship with LinkedIn Premium. And it's okay! At times we need to take a step back and reevaluate. Later, if you miss the Premium features, you can always re-subscribe.
Challenges You Might Face:
Canceling LinkedIn Premium Subscription is easy! Follow the above steps, and you’re good to go. If the Premium plan adds no value to your professional life, let it go.
Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): You might worry about losing out on LinkedIn Premium features. Remember, you can always re-subscribe if needed.
Expecting Refund: Understand the platform has a no-refund policy, go through subscription guidelines to stay informed.
Losing Premium Badge: The Gold badge on your profile helps in building credibility on LinkedIn.
Solutions:
To compensate for the Premium Badge, build credibility through engagement, spend at least 30 minutes- 1 hour daily on the platform commenting, replying & starting conversations in the comment section, also interacting with Connections’ posts & updates.
Upload 3-4 posts every week on your feed, a few of them could be reposts.
Go through your past action items & present goals, analyze if they align with Premium features.
Mark your calendar for the end of the billing cycle to maximize subscription plan.
Canceling Subscription isn't about closing doors; it's about opening new ones that better fit your current vibe. Stay savvy & keep making those professional moves—Premium or not!
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