If a mutual connection shares your post or tags you in an update, the blocked user might see your name in their feed, but clicking your name will redirect them to an error page.
When you block someone on LinkedIn, they cannot see your profile , and the restriction remains completely mutual. While platform algorithms and privacy interfaces update constantly, the fundamental mechanics of blocking have stayed consistent. If you block a user, your profile effectively becomes invisible to them, and their profile becomes invisible to you.
Select Report/Block from the dropdown menu, click Block , and confirm your choice.
If you need help managing your account privacy further, let me know. I can guide you through , changing your profile viewing options , or managing your public visibility settings . Share public link If a mutual connection shares your post or
While the block is comprehensive, some traces of your presence may still be visible in specific scenarios:
An error page stating the profile is unavailable or the link is broken. Reviewing old Direct Messages
Once a member is blocked, they won't be able to view your profile. If you block a user, your profile effectively
: After you unblock someone, you must wait 48 hours before you can block them again.
You might consider blocking someone for several reasons:
While a block is powerful, it is not 100% airtight in every scenario: I can guide you through , changing your
If you were previously connected, the connection is automatically severed, along with any mutual endorsements or recommendations.
Here is the story of how Maya put the pieces together, and what she learned about LinkedIn blocking in 2021.
: Once you unblock a member, LinkedIn enforces a strict 48-hour cooldown period before you are allowed to block that specific person again.
All skills endorsements from them will vanish.
They cannot see your posts, shares, or comments. Any endorsements or recommendations you gave each other are automatically removed and cannot be reinstated. Exceptions to Invisibility