How to Change The Settings On LinkedIn Accounts

Having a LinkedIn account gives you many advantages, but keeping your information up to date and accurate is key in making contacts. You want to be as visible as possible to continually expand your network. You can choose to stay as visible as you want, or choose to be selective on what information you want to keep visible. Here are some easy ways to keep all of the above under control and make the most of LinkedIn accounts.

Things You'll Need

• LinkedIn accounts
• Computer with Internet access

Instructions

Change Your LinkedIn Settings

1. Visit the LinkedIn Web site (see Resources below).

2. Sign in to your LinkedIn account and start from your home page. If you do not have an account, you can sign up by clicking the "Join Now" button.

3. Scroll down the page to the site map. The site map contains many categories and subcategories within it.

4. Locate "My Account," then find the subcategory "Account and Settings." Click on this link.

5. View the options available in making changes to your settings. Choose from "Profile Settings," "Home Page Settings," "Receiving Messages," "'Personal Information" and "Privacy Settings."

Pick Settings You Wish to Change

1. Select "Profile Settings" to start. Pick a subcategory, such as "My Profile," by clicking on the appropriate link.

2. Choose the information you would like to change. Simply place the cursor on the link of choice and click on it.

3. Continue to "Receiving Messages" and click on the subcategories you want to change. You will find "Invitations," "Contacts," "Notifications" and "Emails" here.

4. Go on to "Home Settings," where you may specify which questions you will allow to appear on your home page.

5. Opt for specific "Privacy Settings." These settings keep your information as visible or private as you choose. You may also choose to be listed or not within the network directory.

6. Move on to your "Personal Information" and make the adjustments necessary by simply clicking on the link. This section helps keep your information as visible as possible within the LinkedIn network.

7. Select the areas you wish to expand. The "Your Network" link gives you several options to optimize the usage of your account.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are new to LinkedIn, peruse through all the setting categories to maximize your visibility on the LinkedIn network among other accounts.

• Always keep your "Privacy" settings up to date and be aware of the information you post online.