Removing the LinkedIn app from your mobile device or computer can be done in a few quick and easy steps. LinkedIn is a popular social media platform used by professionals and companies to network, look for jobs, share content, and more. While the LinkedIn app makes it convenient to access these features on the go, you may want to remove it at some point for various reasons like freeing up storage space or taking a break from social media. This article will walk you through how to fully delete the LinkedIn mobile app from an iPhone or Android device. Instructions for removing the desktop app on Mac and Windows computers are also provided.
Reasons for Removing the LinkedIn App
Here are some of the common reasons people choose to delete the LinkedIn app from their devices:
- To free up storage space on your phone or computer
- You don’t use the app frequently enough to warrant keeping it
- To take a break from LinkedIn and social media in general
- Concerns over privacy, data collection or battery usage
- You primarily access LinkedIn via the website on a browser
- The app is outdated, buggy or crashing frequently
- You created a dummy account and no longer need the app
Removing the official LinkedIn app is the best option if you want to take a complete break from the platform on your device. Deactivating your account keeps your profile visible to others while deleting the app removes temptation and constant notifications. You can always reinstall the LinkedIn app later from the app store if desired.
How to Delete the LinkedIn App on iPhone
Deleting the LinkedIn app from an iPhone is a quick and straightforward process:
- Open the Home screen on your iPhone.
- Locate the LinkedIn app icon.
- Press and hold the LinkedIn app icon until the icons begin to shake.
- Tap the black “X” that appears in the corner of the LinkedIn app icon.
- Tap “Delete” to confirm removing the app from your iPhone.
And that’s it! The LinkedIn app will be removed from your iPhone’s home screen.
To fully delete the app data and storage used by the app, you’ll also want to offload the LinkedIn app:
- Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
- Select the LinkedIn app under the list of installed apps.
- Tap “Offload App” and then confirm to offload LinkedIn.
Offloading the LinkedIn app will remove the app while saving your data and documents. You can simply reinstall the LinkedIn app from the App Store in the future to access that data again.
Removing the LinkedIn App on Android
The process is very similar for deleting the LinkedIn app from an Android device:
- Open the Apps menu on your Android device.
- Locate and long press the LinkedIn app icon.
- Tap “Uninstall.”
- Tap “OK” to confirm removing the LinkedIn app.
This will delete the LinkedIn app from your Android device.
To free up additional storage space used by the now-removed app:
- Go to Settings > Apps & Notifications.
- Select “See all ___ apps.”
- Find LinkedIn under the list and tap it.
- Tap “Clear Cache” and then “Clear Storage” to free up space.
Now the LinkedIn app and all associated data is completely removed from your Android device.
Removing the LinkedIn Desktop App on Mac
If you have the LinkedIn desktop app installed on your Mac, here is how to fully delete it:
- Locate the LinkedIn app in your Applications folder and drag it to the Trash.
- Open Finder and select “Go” from the top menu.
- Select “Go to Folder…”
- Type ~/Library/Application Support/ and click “Go.”
- Drag the “LinkedIn” folder to the Trash.
This will remove the LinkedIn desktop app and all associated files from your Mac.
Removing the LinkedIn App on Windows
To uninstall the LinkedIn desktop app on a Windows PC:
- Open Control Panel and select “Uninstall a program.”
- Find “LinkedIn” under the list of installed programs.
- Double click on it and then select “Yes” to confirm uninstalling.
- Click OK when prompted.
This will initiate removing the LinkedIn app from your Windows computer, including all files and registry entries.
Important Notes
Here are some important notes to keep in mind when deleting the LinkedIn app:
- Removing the app does not deactivate your LinkedIn account. You can still access your account and data through a web browser.
- Consider fully closing your LinkedIn account if you want to permanently delete your presence on the platform.
- Offloading the app on iPhone or clearing cache/data on Android saves your data in case you reinstall.
- You may have to restart your device for the app uninstall to fully complete.
- Check for any remaining LinkedIn files/folders and delete those too if the app seems to persist.
Conclusion
In summary, removing the LinkedIn mobile or desktop app from your devices can be done in a few quick steps. Simply delete the app itself then clear out any remaining storage, caches and data associated with the app. This will free up device storage and completely eliminate the app from the phone or computer. While the app is removed, your LinkedIn account and data still exist online unless fully deactivated. Knowing how to properly uninstall the LinkedIn app can provide more control over your devices and online presence.