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How to Review and Remove App Permissions on LinkedIn

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Why Review and Remove App Permissions on LinkedIn?

Third-party apps connected to your LinkedIn account may have access to your personal data, professional details, or messages. Regularly reviewing and removing unnecessary app permissions helps:

  • Protect Your Privacy: Prevent unauthorized access to your LinkedIn profile.
  • Secure Your Data: Limit third-party services from collecting or misusing your information.
  • Enhance Account Security: Reduce the risk of data breaches linked to external applications.

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Steps to Review and Remove App Permissions on LinkedIn

Remove Unnecessary App Permissions

  • Step 1: If you no longer use an app, tap Remove Access or Revoke Permission.
  • Step 2: Confirm the removal to revoke the app’s access to your LinkedIn account.
  • Step 3: Repeat the process for all apps you no longer trust or use.

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What It Protects Against

  • Data Breaches: Prevents third-party apps from misusing your LinkedIn data.
  • Unauthorized Access: Ensures only trusted services have access to your account.
  • Privacy Risks: Limits external apps from collecting personal and professional details.

Additional Tips

  • Be cautious when granting app permissions and only connect apps you trust.
  • Regularly review your LinkedIn Security Settings for the latest privacy options.
  • Avoid logging into third-party services using your LinkedIn credentials unless necessary.

For more social media security tips, check out our guide on How to Review and Remove Permissions of Connected Apps on Instagram.

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