How to Clear LinkedIn Search History

Here’s how to clear LinkedIn Search History.

Clear Search History from the Search Bar

This is the quickest method to remove individual searches or clear everything at once.

1. 1.Log into your LinkedIn account on the website
2. 2.Click on the search bar at the top of the page
3. 3.You'll see your recent searches displayed in a dropdown
4. 4.To delete individual searches, hover over each term and click the "X" icon next to it
5. 5.To clear everything, look for the "Clear" or "Clear all" option near "Recent searches"

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Clear Search History from Settings

If you want to manage your search history more comprehensively, use the Settings menu.

1. 1.Log into LinkedIn and click on your profile picture or "Me" in the top-right corner
2. 2.Select "Settings & Privacy" from the dropdown menu
3. 3.Navigate to the "Data privacy" section
4. 4.Click on "Change" next to "Search history"
5. 5.Click "Clear search history" and confirm your choice

Clear Search History on Mobile App

The LinkedIn mobile app offers similar functionality for clearing your search history.

1. 1.Open the LinkedIn app on your Android or iOS device
2. 2.Tap the search bar at the top of the screen
3. 3.You'll see your recent searches listed
4. 4.Tap "Clear" next to "Recent searches"
5. 5.Confirm the action when prompted

Why Clear Your Search History?

Clearing your LinkedIn search history serves several purposes. It helps maintain your privacy, especially if you've been researching competitors or sensitive business information. It also refreshes LinkedIn's algorithm, ensuring your recommendations stay relevant to your current professional interests rather than past searches.

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LinkedIn uses your search history to suggest profiles, job opportunities, and content that align with your past activity. While this can be helpful, sometimes you want to start fresh or keep certain searches private.

After clearing your search history, you can verify it's been deleted by checking the search history section in your settings. If everything has been cleared successfully, the section will be empty and no recent searches will appear when you click the search bar.

Choose the method that works best for your needs and device. All three approaches effectively clear your search history and help you maintain control over your LinkedIn activity.