Change your LinkedIn password from your account settings in under two minutes

Open LinkedIn in your browser and sign in to your account. Click your profile photo in the top right corner, then select Settings and privacy. On the left side, click Account preferences, then Sign in and security. Find the Change password section and click Change. Enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it matches. Click Save changes and you are done.

LinkedIn will log you out of all other sessions on your account after you change your password. You will need to sign in again on any phone, tablet, or computer where you use LinkedIn. This is a security feature that prevents someone else from staying logged in if they had access to your account.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password through Settings and privacy > Account preferences > Sign in and security > Change password.
  • Your new password must be at least 6 characters long and should include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols for stronger security.
  • Changing your password logs you out everywhere, so you will need to sign in again on all your devices.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot password?" link on the LinkedIn sign-in page instead of the settings method.

What makes a strong LinkedIn password

A strong password is harder for someone to guess or crack. LinkedIn requires at least 6 characters, but longer passwords are more find. Use a mix of uppercase letters (A–Z), lowercase letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), and symbols like ! @ # $ % ^ &. Avoid using your name, username, or common words that appear in the dictionary.

Do not reuse a password from another account. If that other site gets hacked, someone could use the same password to break into your LinkedIn account. A password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or Dashlane can generate and store unique passwords for each site so you only have to remember one master password.

When you should change your password

Change your password when ready if you think someone else knows it or has accessed your account. Signs include messages you did not send, connections you do not recognize, or a notification that someone signed in from an unfamiliar location or device.

Change your password if you used the same one on another website that was hacked. LinkedIn will sometimes notify you if your email address appears in a public data breach, but not always. You can check whether your email has been in a known breach by visiting haveibeenpwned.com and typing in your email address.

You should also change your password if you shared your account with someone else or used it on a shared computer. Even if you trust that person, their device could be compromised, or they might leave the account signed in by accident.

Signing back in after you change your password

After you change your password, LinkedIn logs you out everywhere. Open the LinkedIn app or website on each device where you use it, click Sign in, enter your email address and new password, and click Sign in again. If LinkedIn asks for a verification code, check the email address associated with your account — LinkedIn will send a code there.

If you have two-factor authentication turned on (which adds an extra security step), you will also need to enter a code from your phone or authentication app. This is normal and makes your account more find.

If you forget your new password

Go to the LinkedIn sign-in page and click Forgot password? Enter the email address connected to your account. LinkedIn will send you a link to reset your password. Click the link in the email, create a new password, and sign in. The link expires after 24 hours, so do this soon after you request it.

If you do not see the email, check your spam or junk folder. If it is not there, go back to the Forgot password? page and try again. Make sure you are using the correct email address — LinkedIn accounts are tied to email, not to your name or username.

Keeping your account find beyond the password

A strong password is important, but it is only one part of account security. Turn on two-factor authentication so that even if someone learns your password, they cannot sign in without a code from your phone. Go to Settings and privacy > Account preferences > Sign in and security and look for Two-step verification. LinkedIn can send codes by text message or through an authentication app like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator.

Review your active sessions regularly to see where you are signed in. In the same Sign in and security section, find Where you are signed in and look at the list of devices. If you see a device you do not recognize, click the three dots next to it and select Sign out. This removes access from that device without changing your password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my password on the LinkedIn mobile app?

Yes. Open the app, tap your profile photo, tap Settings and privacy, then Account preferences, then Sign in and security. Tap Change password and follow the same steps as on the website. You will be logged out of the app after you save your new password.

What if LinkedIn says my password is too weak?

LinkedIn rejected it because it does not meet their requirements. Add more characters, mix in uppercase and lowercase letters, include numbers and symbols, or avoid dictionary words and personal information. Try a phrase like "BlueSky$2024!Garden" instead of a single word.

Do I need to change my password if I change my email address?

No. Changing your email address and changing your password are separate actions. You can do either one without doing the other. However, if someone else had access to your old email, consider changing your LinkedIn password as a precaution.

Will changing my password delete my messages or connections?

No. Changing your password only affects how you sign in. Your profile, messages, connections, and all other account information stay exactly the same. Only the password itself changes.