How to Add VCard Information on LinkedIn
LinkedIn has a wide array of professional networking tools, one of which is the ability to instantly download any of your first-level contacts' "VCard." VCards are the standard file format for digital business cards and are compatible with most email clients. Because LinkedIn automatically generates a VCard using your current email information, all you need to do is make sure it is up to date.
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Instructions
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Log into your LinkedIn account and select "Home."
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Click the "Settings" button at the far upper right of the screen (it's by the "Help" button).
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Select "Email Addresses" under the "Personal Information" option.
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Enter the email you want to use as your primary point of contact and click "Add email address." A confirmation email will be sent to this address.
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Open your email client and find the confirmation message from LinkedIn. When you click the confirmation link, you will be sent back to the LinkedIn page.
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Click "Confirm," then re-enter your LinkedIn password if prompted. Return to the "Settings" page and select "Email Addresses."
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Select the email address you wish to be included on your VCard and click "Make Primary." Your contacts will now receive this email address when downloading your VCard.
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Tips & Warnings
All of your first-level contacts have a "Download VCard" option on their profile. You can find it on the right side of the screen, just below the "Save Profile" option. Your contacts will see this button on your profile.
Currently, LinkedIn VCards only contain your name, current company and title, and your email address. While your contacts can view your phone number on your profile page, if you wish for it to be added to your VCard you'll need to manually distribute one.
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