How to change my LinkedIn email address

Need to update the email tied to your LinkedIn account without losing access or connections? Whether you switched companies, closed an old inbox, or want a more professional address, this step-by-step guide shows exactly how to change your LinkedIn email address on desktop and mobile, how to verify the new email, how to set a primary address, and how to avoid common traps. Follow these instructions and the quick security checklist to keep your account safe while maintaining your personal brand on LinkedIn.

Why updating your LinkedIn email matters for your professional brand

Your LinkedIn email is more than a login—it’s how LinkedIn sends security alerts, connection invitations, recruiter messages, and password resets. Using a current, professional email preserves access to your network and prevents missed opportunities. Updating and verifying your email promptly also improves account recoverability if you need to reset your password or secure your profile.

Tip: Use an email you check daily and that’s under your control (not an old company address) to avoid losing access when roles change.

Quick overview: The process in 4 steps

1. Add the new email to your LinkedIn account.
2. Confirm verification via the email LinkedIn sends you.
3. Set the verified email as your primary email address.
4. Optionally remove the old email and update security settings.

How to change your LinkedIn email address on desktop (step-by-step)

1. Open Settings & Privacy

1. Click the Me icon at the top right of your LinkedIn homepage. 2. Select Settings & Privacy from the dropdown.

2. Go to Sign in & security → Email addresses

Under the Account tab, choose Sign in & security, then click Email addresses. This shows all emails currently associated with your account.

3. Add your new email

1. Click Add email address.
2. Enter your new email and click Send verification.
3. Check the inbox of the new email for LinkedIn’s verification message.

4. Verify the new email

Open the verification email from LinkedIn and click the verification link. After verification, return to Settings & Privacy.

5. Set the new email as primary

In Email addresses, locate the verified email and click Make primary. LinkedIn will now use that address for account recovery and communications.

6. Remove old or inactive emails (optional)

If you no longer control the old email, remove it: click Remove next to the old address. If the address is required (e.g., company-managed), keep it as a secondary contact instead of primary.

How to change your LinkedIn email in the mobile app (iOS & Android)

1. Open the LinkedIn app and tap your profile photo (top-left).
2. Tap Settings (gear icon).
3. Tap Account preferences > Sign in & security > Email addresses.
4. Tap Add email address, enter the new email, then verify from your inbox.
5. After verification, tap the email and choose Make primary.

Common problems and how to fix them

I didn’t receive the verification email

• Check spam, promotions, and social folders.
• Allow a few minutes and then request a new verification email.
• Ensure your email provider isn’t blocking LinkedIn—temporarily whitelist @linkedin.com.

LinkedIn says the email is already in use

If the address is tied to another LinkedIn account, you’ll need to remove it from that account first or use a different email. If you can’t access the other account, contact LinkedIn support. See LinkedIn’s official help page for account email issues (LinkedIn Help).

I can’t remove my old company email

Some employer-managed emails can be locked. In that case, keep it as a secondary address for continuity while making a personal email your primary. If you’re about to lose access permanently, add a personal email immediately and verify it.

Security checklist after changing your email

• Enable two-step verification (2FA): Add a layer of security with SMS or an authenticator app.
• Review active sessions: Sign out of devices you no longer use.
• Update recovery info: Add a backup email and phone number.
• Check connected apps: Revoke access to unknown third-party apps under Data privacy.

Special cases: company-managed emails and shared accounts

If your email is managed by your employer, plan the switch before leaving your role. Add a personal email as secondary, set it as primary, and verify ownership prior to your departure. For shared team accounts or pages, ensure the organization retains at least one admin with a company or team-managed email.

Why some users prefer a dedicated professional email

A dedicated professional email (yourname@yourdomain.com or firstname.lastname@gmail.com) signals credibility to recruiters, partners, and prospects. It also gives you full control over the inbox—critical for account recovery and long-term personal brand management.

Troubleshooting table: Problem → Quick fix

Best practices to keep your LinkedIn account secure and professional

• Use a professional email: Avoid nicknames or outdated domains.
• Keep multiple verified contact methods: At least one email and one phone number.
• Enable 2FA: Significantly reduces account takeover risk.
• Regularly review account access: Check connected apps and active sessions quarterly.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Conclusion — Keep your access and your brand intact

Changing your LinkedIn email address is a quick but important task: add the new email, verify it, set it as primary, and secure your account with 2FA and updated recovery methods. If you’re in a transition—new job, rebrand, or domain change—make the email switch before you lose access, and keep your profile active with consistent posts.

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