Are you looking to save some money by canceling your LinkedIn Premium subscription? This step-by-step guide will show you exactly how to cancel in just a few minutes.
We‘ll outline the quick process with helpful screenshots so you can seamlessly downgrade back to the free version. Read on to learn how.
Overview: What We‘ll Cover
Here‘s an overview of everything we’ll be discussing in this guide on canceling Premium:
- The benefits of LinkedIn Premium and when cancellation might make sense
- A side-by-side comparison of free vs Premium LinkedIn features
- Step-by-step instructions for canceling your paid subscription
- Answers to frequently asked questions about the cancellation process
- Tips for reactivating Premium if you change your mind later
Let‘s get right into it!
When Should You Cancel Your LinkedIn Premium?
LinkedIn Premium offers useful upgrades like seeing more profile visitors, contacting people outside your network, and unlocking extra profile filters when searching for jobs.
However, the subscription does come at an extra cost ranging from $29.99 to $119.95 per month.
Here are some common reasons you may want to cancel your Premium membership:
- To save money – If the monthly charge no longer fits your budget, canceling can help cut costs.
- You‘ve found a job – Premium can be great for networking and job hunting. Once hired, you may no longer need these features.
- Limited usage – If you aren‘t utilizing most Premium perks, you may be better off just using the free version.
| LinkedIn Free | LinkedIn Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | Limited messages to people outside your network | Unlimited InMail messages |
| Search Filters | Basic filters and recommendations | Advanced filters for job title, company, experience level, location, etc |
| Profile Visitors | See only most recent visitor | See all who viewed your profile by name and company |
| News Articles | 2 free articles a month | Unlimited reading on any article |
| Learning Videos | Sample lessons and courses | Full access to 9,500+ expert video courses |
Comparison of key differences between Free and Premium LinkedIn
According to LinkedIn‘s latest user statistics:
- 63+ million Premium subscribers currently
- 17.9% cancel their Premium subscription within 5 months
So if you no longer require Premium‘s extras or want to cut back on the monthly charge, let‘s get into exactly how to cancel!
Step 1: Click on Your Profile Icon
Start from your LinkedIn homepage and click on your profile picture in the top right corner. This will pull up a dropdown menu.
Under the Me tab here, find and click the gold badge option saying Premium features.
💡 Tip: If you don‘t see the Premium features option, first make sure you‘re currently logged into the correct LinkedIn account that has a Premium subscription.
Step 2: Select "Manage Subscription"
You‘ll be taken to your Premium homepage. In the top highlighted section, click the Manage subscription link on the right:
This will open up your account management portal containing your Premium details.
Step 3: Click "Cancel Subscription"
Under the Manage Premium Account section in the center, click on the blue Cancel subscription link:
As a reminder, canceling means you‘ll lose access to those previously mentioned Premium benefits we compared earlier.
Step 4: Confirm Cancellation
After clicking to cancel, LinkedIn will ask you to confirm your cancellation with the following message:
Carefully read through the info, then click Yes, cancel to officially cancel your LinkedIn Premium subscription.
And you‘re all set! Your subscription will be canceled and downgraded back to the free version.
FAQs About Canceling Premium
Let‘s wrap up by answering some frequently asked questions about canceling LinkedIn Premium:
Can I get a refund if I cancel mid-cycle?
Unfortunately, no. LinkedIn does not offer subscription refunds retroactively once you have already paid for Premium access. Canceling halts any future renewal charges only.
Can I reactivate Premium later if I change my mind?
Yes! You can renew your Premium membership at any time by navigating back to the Premium features section. Your account history and settings will still be saved.
Who owns LinkedIn?
LinkedIn operates under Microsoft‘s ownership after being acquired by the technology giant in 2016 for $26 billion.
Might a free Premium trial work?
Potentially! LinkedIn occasionally offers limited-time free Premium trials for 1-3 months. This allows you to sample some benefits before paying.
I hope this step-by-step guide covered everything you need to easily cancel your LinkedIn Premium subscription hassle-free. Let me know if any other questions come up!
