How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Learn how to cancel LinkedIn Premium subscription on desktop, mobile, iOS & Android. Complete cancellation guide with refund policy and what happens next.
Want to cancel LinkedIn Premium? The process takes less than 2 minutes. Go to Settings & Privacy → Subscriptions & Payments → Manage Premium Account → Cancel Subscription. This guide covers cancellation on desktop, mobile app, iOS, and Android—plus what happens to your account afterward.
Key Takeaways
- Cancel at least 1 day before your next billing date to avoid being charged
- Desktop cancellation is easiest—mobile and iOS require different steps
- You keep Premium features until the end of your current billing cycle
- Refunds are possible within 7 days (14 days for EU members) without usage
- Your connections stay intact—you only lose Premium-specific features
How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium on Desktop (Recommended)
According to LinkedIn's official help documentation, here's the step-by-step process:
Step 1: Access Settings
- Log in to LinkedIn on your desktop browser
- Click your profile photo in the top-right corner
- Select "Settings & Privacy" from the dropdown
Step 2: Find Subscription Settings
- Click "Subscriptions & Payments" in the left sidebar
- Select "Manage Premium Account"
Step 3: Cancel Your Subscription
- Click "Cancel Subscription"
- LinkedIn will show you what you'll lose—click "Continue to Cancel"
- Select your reason for canceling
- Confirm the cancellation
Your Premium access continues until the end of your current billing period.
How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium on Mobile (Android)
According to LinkedIn Help, Android users can cancel directly in the app:
- Open the LinkedIn app
- Tap your profile photo (top-left)
- Tap "Premium features"
- Select "Subscription details" under Premium Account and Features
- Tap "Manage subscription"
- Tap "Cancel subscription"
- Tap "Continue to cancel" and confirm
- Select your reason and tap "Continue to cancel"
How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium on iPhone/iPad (iOS)
If you subscribed through Apple's App Store, you cannot cancel on LinkedIn's website. According to LinkedIn's iTunes cancellation guide, you must cancel through Apple:
- Open Settings on your iPhone/iPad
- Tap your Apple ID (your name at the top)
- Select "Subscriptions"
- Find and tap "LinkedIn Premium"
- Tap "Cancel Subscription"
- Confirm the cancellation
Important: LinkedIn cannot access or modify iTunes subscriptions. For billing issues with iOS purchases, contact Apple Support.
How to Cancel LinkedIn Premium via Google Play Store
If you subscribed through Google Play, follow these steps per LinkedIn's documentation:
- Open the Google Play Store app
- Tap your profile icon
- Select "Payments & subscriptions"
- Tap "Subscriptions"
- Find and select "LinkedIn Premium"
- Tap "Cancel subscription"
- Follow the prompts to confirm
LinkedIn Premium Refund Policy
According to LinkedIn's official refund policy, refunds are available under specific conditions:
| Region | Refund Window | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| General | 7 days | No Premium usage during the period |
| European Union | 14 days | Automatic right under EU consumer law |
| Germany | 1 month notice | Prorated refund for remaining period |
| Denmark/Netherlands | 1 month notice | Prorated refund for remaining period |
To request a refund:
- Visit LinkedIn's refund policy page
- Submit your account for review
- Explain your situation
LinkedIn typically processes refund requests within 5-7 business days.
What Happens After You Cancel LinkedIn Premium?
According to LinkedIn's cancellation FAQ, here's what to expect:
What You Keep
- All your connections—your network stays intact
- Messages and conversations—InMail threads remain accessible
- Profile content—headline, summary, experience unchanged
- Endorsements and recommendations—all preserved
- Premium access—until your billing period ends
What You Lose
| Feature Lost | Impact |
|---|---|
| InMail credits | Unused credits don't transfer to free account |
| Who viewed your profile | Limited to last 5 viewers (from full 90 days) |
| Premium badge | Gold badge removed from profile |
| Salary insights | No longer visible on job postings |
| LinkedIn Learning | Access to courses ends |
| Applicant insights | Can't see how you compare to other candidates |
| Premium search filters | Advanced filters no longer available |
Important: If you cancel a discounted plan or promotion, you cannot get that price again. According to LinkedIn Help, "If you cancel a promotion or a plan that is no longer offered, you will lose your discounted price."
LinkedIn Premium Pricing (2026)
Before canceling, here's what each plan costs according to LinkedIn's pricing page:
| Plan | Monthly Price | Annual Price (per month) | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Career | $29.99 | $19.99 | InMail, applicant insights, salary data |
| Premium Business | $59.99 | $47.99 | Unlimited browsing, business insights |
| Sales Navigator Core | $99.99 | $79.99 | Advanced lead search, CRM integration |
| Recruiter Lite | $170 | $140 | 30 InMail credits, recruiting tools |
Special Cancellation: Germany & United States
LinkedIn offers a special cancellation form for members in Germany and the United States. According to LinkedIn Help, you can cancel without signing in:
- Visit LinkedIn's special cancellation page
- Enter your email address
- Verify your identity
- Complete the cancellation
This is useful if you've forgotten your password or have account access issues.
How to Avoid Being Charged Again
To ensure you're not billed for another cycle:
- Cancel at least 1 day before your next billing date
- Check your billing date in Settings → Subscriptions & Payments
- Set a calendar reminder 3 days before renewal
- Verify cancellation by checking for a confirmation email from LinkedIn
Can You Pause LinkedIn Premium Instead?
No. According to LinkedIn's FAQ, LinkedIn doesn't offer a pause option. Your choices are:
- Keep the subscription and continue paying
- Cancel completely and lose Premium features at billing cycle end
- Downgrade (if on a higher tier) to a lower Premium plan
Restore Your LinkedIn Premium Subscription
Changed your mind? According to LinkedIn's restore documentation, you can restore your subscription before the billing cycle ends:
- Go to Settings & Privacy
- Click "Subscriptions & Payments"
- Select "Manage Premium Account"
- Click "Restore subscription"
After your billing period ends, you'll need to purchase a new subscription at current pricing.
Why People Cancel LinkedIn Premium
According to research from Typefully, the most common reasons include:
- Limited ROI—InMails have low response rates (typically 5-15%)
- High cost—$30-60/month adds up to $360-720/year
- Underused features—most users only use 1-2 Premium features
- Free alternatives exist—many features have workarounds
- Outreach fatigue—Premium enables more cold outreach, which often backfires
A Better Alternative: Inbound Lead Generation
Many professionals cancel LinkedIn Premium because cold outreach doesn't work. InMails average just 10-25% response rates according to LinkedIn's own data—and those responses aren't always positive.
Consider this: instead of paying for InMail credits to chase prospects, what if prospects came to you?
The Inbound Approach
| Outbound (Premium InMails) | Inbound (Authority Building) |
|---|---|
| 5-15% response rate | 70%+ positive conversations |
| Prospects feel interrupted | Prospects feel attracted |
| $30-170/month for credits | $39/month for visibility |
| You chase leads | Leads come to you |
When you build authority through strategic engagement:
- Prospects reach out first—they've seen your expertise
- Conversations start warm—they already trust you
- Close rates are higher—14.6% vs 1.7% according to HubSpot
How ConnectSafely.ai Replaces Premium Outreach
Instead of paying for more InMails, ConnectSafely.ai helps you attract inbound leads:
- Strategic engagement puts your insights in front of ideal clients
- Authority building makes your profile worth visiting
- AI-powered visibility ensures consistent presence without manual effort
- Platform-compliant approach means zero ban risk
At $39/month, you get what Premium promises but rarely delivers: actual qualified leads reaching out to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cancel LinkedIn Premium on my phone?
On Android, open the LinkedIn app → tap your profile photo → Premium features → Subscription details → Manage subscription → Cancel subscription. For iPhone, go to Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions → LinkedIn Premium → Cancel Subscription.
Will I lose my connections if I cancel LinkedIn Premium?
No. Your connections, messages, endorsements, and recommendations all remain intact. You only lose Premium-specific features like InMail credits, the premium badge, and full profile viewer history.
Can I get a refund after canceling LinkedIn Premium?
Yes, within 7 days of being charged if you haven't used Premium features. EU members get 14 days automatically. Visit LinkedIn's refund policy page to submit a request.
How do I cancel LinkedIn Premium without logging in?
Members in Germany and the United States can use LinkedIn's special cancellation form without signing in. You'll need to verify your identity via email.
What happens to my InMail credits when I cancel?
Unused InMail credits are forfeited when your Premium subscription ends. They don't transfer to your free account, so use them before canceling.
Is LinkedIn Premium worth keeping for job seekers?
It depends on your search intensity. Premium Career ($29.99/month) shows salary ranges and how you compare to applicants. However, many job seekers find building authority through content attracts recruiter attention more effectively than Premium badges.
How do I check my LinkedIn Premium billing date?
Go to Settings & Privacy → Subscriptions & Payments. Your next billing date appears under your subscription details. Cancel at least 1 day before this date to avoid charges.
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