Tip: Avoiding Multiple LinkedIn Accounts

Now that we have quite a few BRC Alums using LinkedIn, it's worth pointing out a potential area of confusion when using LinkedIn. Unfortunately, it is very easy to create multiple, redundant LinkedIn accounts if one is not careful.

LinkedIn accounts are keyed to email addresses, so if you use more than one email address, and you receive an invitation at an address that is not part of your LinkedIn profile, you may be prompted to create a new LinkedIn account.

To avoid the resulting confusion, simply add your various email addresses to your LinkedIn account by editing your account settings.

If you have accidentally created multiple LinkedIn accounts, take these steps to resolve the issue:

1. Choose one LinkedIn account to be your permanent account.
2. Transfer all your information (profile, connections etc) to the permanent account. If you have "connections" on the account that you wish to close, be sure to invite them to connect to your permanent account before you request closure of your extra accounts.
3. To close your other account(s), please email LinkedIn Customer Service. Include the email addresses associated with each of the accounts and indicate which will be the primary email address for the account you keep. Be aware that when LinkedIn closes an account, all of the information in that account is deleted, including profile information, connections, and recommendations.

For more information, please review the LinkedIn FAQ.

Comments

[Web Design Consultant]

What about the case if one has recommendations ... they also get transferred ???