LinkedIn is a popular social media platform used by professionals and job seekers to network, share content, and search for jobs. Many people access LinkedIn on their mobile devices through the LinkedIn mobile app or by visiting LinkedIn.com in their mobile browser. If you are using LinkedIn on your Android or iOS device and want to sign out, here are the steps.
Signing Out of the LinkedIn Mobile App
If you are using the official LinkedIn mobile app on your Android or iOS device, signing out is straightforward:
- Open the LinkedIn app on your device.
- Tap on your profile picture in the top left corner.
- Select Settings from the menu.
- Scroll down and tap Account.
- Tap Sign out.
This will completely sign you out of the LinkedIn app on your device. The next time you open the app, you will be required to sign in again with your LinkedIn email and password.
Signing Out of LinkedIn.com on Chrome Mobile
If you used Chrome on your mobile device to access LinkedIn by going to LinkedIn.com, follow these instructions to sign out:
- Open the Chrome app on your mobile device.
- Go to LinkedIn.com and ensure you are logged in.
- Tap on your profile picture at the top right.
- Select Settings & Privacy from the menu.
- Scroll down and tap Sign out.
This will sign you out of the LinkedIn website on your Chrome mobile browser. The next time you visit LinkedIn.com, you will need to log back in.
Clearing Cookies and Cache
In addition to signing out normally, you may also want to clear your cookies and cache on Chrome mobile to ensure you are fully signed out:
- Open Chrome on your mobile device.
- Tap on the three vertical dots in the top right corner to open settings.
- Select History.
- Tap on Clear Browsing Data.
- Select the desired time range and make sure Cookies and Cached Images/Files are checked.
- Tap Clear Data.
This will delete any LinkedIn cookies and cache from your device, removing any persistent login or tracking. Combine this with the normal sign out process for best results.
Staying Safe After Signing Out
After signing out of LinkedIn on your mobile device, here are some tips to stay safe and protect your account:
- Don’t stay logged in on shared or public devices.
- Turn off automatic sign-in if you share your device with others.
- Use strong unique passwords for LinkedIn and your email.
- Enable two-factor authentication on your LinkedIn account.
- Watch for suspicious emails and do not enter your credentials if unsure.
Signing out properly and taking precautions will help secure your account from unauthorized access. Be thoughtful about where you stay logged in persistently and optimize your account security.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having trouble signing out of LinkedIn on your mobile browser or app, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Force close and restart the Chrome or LinkedIn app.
- Try clearing cookies and cache again if signed in persistently.
- Disable and re-enable your internet connection.
- Update Chrome and LinkedIn to the latest versions.
- Try signing out from a different device to revoke sessions.
- Contact LinkedIn support if issues persist.
Stuck sessions can prevent signing out normally. Following these tips should help resolve most situations. Be sure to fully close apps and restart your device as a first step.
Signing Back In
Once you have successfully signed out of LinkedIn on Chrome mobile, follow these instructions when you are ready to sign back in:
- Launch Chrome on your mobile device.
- Go to LinkedIn.com or open the LinkedIn app.
- Enter your LinkedIn email address and password.
- If prompted, enter your two-factor authentication code.
- Check “Stay signed in” if you want to remain logged in on the device.
- Tap Sign In.
You should now be logged back into your LinkedIn account. Customize your sign-in experience in your account settings for added convenience.
Signing Out on Multiple Devices
If you use LinkedIn on multiple mobile and desktop devices, here are some tips for signing out efficiently:
- Sign out and revoke sessions from old devices you no longer use.
- Use the “Sign out of all sessions” option under account settings.
- Clear cookies and cache on all browsers you use with LinkedIn.
- Don’t check “Stay signed in” on shared devices.
- Sign out on your mobile app instead of just closing it.
Managing sessions carefully across all your devices will prevent unauthorized access and make signing in and out simpler.
Conclusion
Signing out of LinkedIn properly on mobile browsers and apps ensures security and privacy when using shared devices. Follow the step-by-step instructions outlined above for Chrome mobile and LinkedIn’s app on Android and iOS. Clearing cookies and cache provides extra protection. Enable account security features, avoid public sessions, and revoke access from old devices regularly. With a few simple taps, you can securely sign out of LinkedIn on all your mobile devices.