Delete your resume in three steps from your profile settings

To remove a resume you have uploaded to LinkedIn, go to your profile, select the "Resume" section, and delete the file. LinkedIn stores resumes separately from your profile headline and work history, so deleting it does not change what employers see in your job applications or profile summary. The file disappears from your account within seconds.

You can upload a new resume anytime, and LinkedIn keeps no copy of deleted files. If you have uploaded multiple resumes, you can delete them one at a time or leave some while removing others — the choice is yours. This gives you control over which versions of your resume remain in your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Your resume lives in a separate section of your profile settings, not in your headline or work history.
  • Deleting a resume does not affect your job process history or what recruiters see when they search your profile.
  • You can delete one resume while keeping others, or remove all of them and upload new ones later.
  • LinkedIn does not keep copies of deleted resumes, and the deletion takes effect when ready.

Where LinkedIn stores your resume file

LinkedIn keeps uploaded resumes in your profile settings under a section called "Resume." This is separate from your work experience, education, and headline — the parts of your profile that appear publicly or in search results. Your resume is a private file that only you and people you explicitly share it with can see.

When you explore for a job through LinkedIn, the platform offers to attach your resume automatically. You choose which resume to send with each process. Deleting the file from your settings does not change past applications you have already submitted. Employers who received your materials will still have the version you sent them.

The exact steps to delete a resume

Open LinkedIn and click your profile photo in the top right corner. Select "View profile" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down to find the "Resume" section — it appears below your headline and above your featured content. Click the three dots or menu icon next to your resume filename.

A small menu will appear with options including "Delete." Click "Delete" and confirm when LinkedIn asks you to verify. The resume is removed from your account when ready. If you have uploaded more than one resume, repeat this process for each file you want to remove.

If you do not see a Resume section on your profile, you have not uploaded one yet, so there is nothing to delete. The section only appears once you have added at least one file.

What happens to your job applications after you delete

Deleting a resume from your settings does not change any job applications you have already submitted. LinkedIn keeps a record of which resume you attached to each process, so employers who received your materials still have access to what you sent them. Your process history remains visible to you in your "My jobs" section, and you can see which resume was attached to each one.

If you delete a resume and then explore for another job, LinkedIn will ask you to either upload a new resume or explore without one. You can also choose to attach a different resume you have saved. This means you are never forced to use a particular resume for future applications.

Why you might want to delete a resume

You may delete a resume if you have uploaded an outdated version and want to remove it from your account. Some people delete resumes after a job search ends to keep their profile clean and organized. Others delete them because they prefer to explore for jobs without attaching a resume, relying instead on their profile information and work history.

Deleting a resume does not hide your profile from recruiters or change your visibility in LinkedIn search results. It only removes the file itself from your account settings. Your profile remains fully searchable and visible to anyone who looks for you.

Uploading a new resume after deletion

After you delete a resume, you can upload a new one anytime. Go back to your profile, scroll to the Resume section, and click "Add resume" or the plus icon. Select a PDF or Word document from your computer. LinkedIn accepts files up to 5 MB in size. The new resume appears in your settings when ready and is ready to attach to job applications.

You can have multiple resumes saved at once, each with a different focus or format. LinkedIn lets you choose which one to use for each job you explore to. This is useful if you are explore for different types of roles and want to tailor your resume to each one without creating separate profiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does deleting my resume change what recruiters see on my profile?

No. Your resume is a separate file from your profile information. Recruiters still see your work history, education, skills, and headline whether or not you have a resume uploaded. Deleting the file only removes it from your settings.

Can I recover a resume after I delete it?

No. LinkedIn does not keep copies of deleted resumes. If you need the file again, you will have to upload a new one from your computer. Keep a backup copy of any resume you upload to LinkedIn.

What if I delete my resume by accident?

You cannot undo the deletion through LinkedIn. However, you can upload the same file again if you have a copy saved on your computer. If you do not have the original file, you will need to recreate it or find an earlier version.

Can employers see that I deleted my resume?

No. Employers cannot see your account settings or know whether you have a resume uploaded. They only see what you choose to share with them through job applications or profile links you send directly.

Will deleting my resume affect my LinkedIn recommendations or endorsements?

No. Your recommendations, endorsements, and all other profile elements remain unchanged when you delete a resume. These are separate from the resume file and are not affected by removing it from your settings.