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Have you ever felt the urge to switch up your LinkedIn game, starting with changing your email address? Well, you've landed in the right place! We've got your back with this step-by-step guide.

Did you know your LinkedIn email is the key to your professional life? It's not just about notifications; it's about maintaining ownership and control. Plus, who doesn't enjoy a smoother and safer LinkedIn experience?

So, what's in it for you in this blog?

What you'll learn:

🔑 How to change your email : We'll walk you through the process. 

📢 Advantages of adding a Second Email.

🙈 Hide your Email.

Let's first find out the 'why' in the first section.

HOW DO YOU CHANGE YOUR EMAIL ON LINKEDIN? 

Step 1: Login and Access Your Profile

Begin by opening your web browser and navigating to the LinkedIn website. Once there, provide your username and password to log in to your LinkedIn account. After you arrive at the LinkedIn dashboard, click on your profile picture or your name, leading you to your profile page.

Step 2: Access Your LinkedIn Account Settings

Click your profile picture in the LinkedIn homepage's top right corner. This action will open a dropdown menu. From the dropdown menu, select "Settings and Privacy." This will take you to your LinkedIn account's settings and privacy section.

Step 3: Go to "Login and Security"

Click on the "Account" tab within the settings and privacy section. This tab is where you can manage various aspects of your LinkedIn account. Scroll down on the account tab page until you find the "Login and Security" section. Click on it to access the settings related to your account's login and security.

Step 4: Step 6: Initiate Email Address Change

Under the "Email Addresses" section, locate your existing email address and click the "Change" link. This action will prompt you to modify your email address. A pop-up window will appear, allowing you to input your new email address. Enter the new email address you wish to use for your LinkedIn account.

Step 5: Verification 

Upon entering your password, LinkedIn will dispatch a verification code to the new email address you provided. Access your email inbox, locate the email sent by LinkedIn, and copy the verification code contained within the email. Return to the LinkedIn interface and paste this code into the designated verification box. Click the "Submit" button, confirming that your new email address has been successfully verified and added to your LinkedIn account.

Step 6: Designate as Primary (Optional)

Before concluding the process, it is advisable to designate your newly added email address as the primary contact method. To achieve this, click on the three dots symbol adjacent to your email address and choose "Make primary." This action ensures that your preferred email address is the default choice for LinkedIn communications.

Step 7: Removal of the Previous Email Address (Optional)

If you wish to eliminate your previous email address from your LinkedIn account, you can do so. To execute this, click on the three dots symbol next to the old email address and select the "Remove" option. As a security measure, LinkedIn will prompt you to re-enter your password. After successful authentication, your old email address will be removed from your LinkedIn account.

Why Change Your Email Address on LinkedIn?

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of the change, let's talk about why you might want to swap out that email address. Maybe your current address is a relic from your college years (PartyAnimal123@gmail.com, anyone?), or you've switched jobs and want to use your professional email. 

A new email can also help declutter your inbox, separating your work-related connections from your Aunt’s cat memes. (We still love them, though.)

• Your LinkedIn account got a security scare: Keeping your LinkedIn profile safe is essential with all the cyber stuff happening. You should be cautious if your login info is exposed, especially if you use the same email and password combo elsewhere. When a hacker gets access to a database, they could use these details to take over your LinkedIn account. To stay safe, change your email and password to protect your info and identity.

• You've got a new email style: Let's say your old email was stevejobs@apple.com, but you recently switched to s.jobs@apple.com. To keep getting LinkedIn notifications, update your email on LinkedIn to match the new one.

• You've landed a new job: You signed up on LinkedIn with your old work email, but now you've got a different job, and that old email doesn't work anymore. To ensure you can still log in, change your email on LinkedIn to your new one.

So you ask, why do we need an email address on LinkedIn in the first place? Go ahead, and read to find out. 

Why Do You Need an Email Address on LinkedIn?

Including an email address is vital to maintain ownership and control of your LinkedIn account. Linking your LinkedIn profile with an email address allows LinkedIn to verify alterations made to your account through email confirmation.

For example, if you wish to modify your account password, you will receive an email confirmation at your linked email address, which you must visit and confirm the changes.

How to Add a Secondary Email to Your LinkedIn Account?

Adding a secondary email to your LinkedIn account is like having a backup key to your favorite hangout spot. It's super handy if you ever lose access to your primary email, which can happen when you switch jobs.

So, how do you get this digital safety net set up? It's a breeze:

• Click on the "Me" icon in your LinkedIn homepage's upper right corner.
• From the dropdown menu, choose "Settings & Privacy," then navigate to "Sign in & Security" on the left.
• Next to "Email addresses" under "Account access," click on "Change."
• Opt for "Add Email Address" and type your new email into the provided text box.
• Hit "Send Verification" to proceed, and enter your LinkedIn account password when prompted.
• Access your email account, find the confirmation email from LinkedIn, and click it to validate your new email address.

What are the Advantages of Adding a Secondary Email to Your Account? 

Let's explore the perks of having a second email address on LinkedIn:

Backup Plan: A secondary email serves as a safety net in case you lose access to your primary one, like when changing jobs.

Enhanced Communication: It offers an additional communication channel, particularly valuable in security or fraud-related scenarios.

Expanded Connections: You can uncover more contacts on LinkedIn as the platform uses email addresses to connect you with details shared by others.

Personalization Power: It enables you to customize your LinkedIn experience, including the advertising content you encounter.

How to hide your email on Linkedin?

Yes, but no. You can hide your email account address on the network to ensure you don’t get emails every 5 minutes. I recommend doing it, even if you use a personal email.

Here’s how you can do it-

• Click the “You” icon in the top right corner of your account page. Go on to the Settings and Privacy. 

• From the drop-down list, select “Visibility” in the left sidebar.

• Once you have clicked on ‘Visibility,’ you can select the option of ‘Who can see or download your email address.  

• Under this, you have four options:

Only visible to me – no one can see your email address

1st degree connections – only your LinkedIn connections can see your     email          

1st and 2nd-degree connections – your connections and their connections can see    

Anyone on LinkedIn – anyone with an account on the network.

Feel free to choose the option that aligns with your preferences, and just like that, your email address privacy is back in your control.

Wait, There’s More!

Once logged into LinkedIn, you're given an excellent chance to do more than just update your email address. 

LinkedIn offers numerous ways for you to distinguish yourself within your professional network. Many users need to pay more attention to fine-tuning their profiles, so investing an extra 30 minutes can significantly boost your effectiveness on the platform.

 Instead of limiting your LinkedIn visit to merely changing your email address, consider exploring additional opportunities to enhance your profile.

That's It, You're Done!

Congratulations, you've successfully changed your email address on LinkedIn! You're now ready to receive all those connection requests, endorsement notifications, and exciting job offers at your new email address.

 Remember, change is good, especially when it's this easy. If you ever decide to change it again, just revisit these steps – LinkedIn will still be here, and so will we, ready to help you on your professional journey.

Now, go forth and conquer LinkedIn with your updated email address!