As an SEO article assistant, here is a quick answer to the question in the opening paragraph: Yes, it is possible to cancel a LinkedIn Recruiter subscription. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when doing so.
How to Cancel LinkedIn Recruiter
To cancel a LinkedIn Recruiter subscription, you need to go into your account settings. Here are the steps:
- Log into your LinkedIn account and go to your account settings.
- Under “Products”, click on “Recruiter”.
- Choose the recruiter account you want to cancel.
- Click on “Subscription” and then click “Cancel subscription”.
- Select a reason for canceling and click “Continue to cancel”.
- Confirm the cancellation.
Once you confirm the cancellation, your LinkedIn Recruiter subscription will be canceled at the end of your current billing period. You will continue to have access until the end of the period you have already paid for.
Downgrading vs. Canceling LinkedIn Recruiter
Instead of fully canceling your LinkedIn Recruiter subscription, you also have the option to downgrade to a lower tier plan if you want to reduce costs but still keep some recruiter capabilities. Downgrading follows the same process of accessing your account settings, except you select the lower tier plan you want to change to instead of fully canceling.
LinkedIn Recruiter Lite
LinkedIn Recruiter Lite is the lowest tier plan. With Recruiter Lite, you can:
- Search the LinkedIn database to find qualified candidates.
- Contact up to 30 candidates per month through InMail messages.
- View limited analytics on your recruiting efforts.
LinkedIn Professional
The Professional tier unlocks more capabilities over Lite, including:
- Unlimited InMail messages.
- Save up to 200 candidate profiles to keep track of.
- See who’s viewed candidate profiles you’ve messaged.
- Sync candidate info directly into your Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
LinkedIn Recruiter Corporate
LinkedIn Recruiter Corporate is the highest tier plan aimed at talent acquisition teams. It includes everything in the Professional plan plus:
- A dashboard to track real-time metrics and analytics.
- Tools to build talent pools and candidate lists.
- Integration with company HR systems.
- Premium support and training resources.
So in summary, downgrading could be a good alternative to fully canceling if you still want access to some recruiter features while paying less per month.
Impacts of Canceling LinkedIn Recruiter
Before canceling your LinkedIn Recruiter subscription completely, be aware of a few impacts:
- You will lose access to all LinkedIn Recruiter capabilities, including InMail, candidate search, talent pool building, analytics, integrations, etc.
- Your existing InMail messages will be revoked and removed from recipients’ inboxes.
- Candidate profiles saved to your account will be deleted.
- You will still be able to use basic LinkedIn features available to all users.
- If you want to reactivate Recruiter later, you will have to sign up again which may involve resubmitting payment information.
So be sure to export or save any important candidate data, messages, or contacts before fully canceling your subscription.
Canceling During a Billing Cycle
One other thing to note is that if you cancel in the middle of a billing cycle, you will not receive a partial refund for any unused portion of that period. Your access will simply expire at the end of the billing cycle you already paid for. So there is no financial incentive to canceling partway through versus waiting until right before the next automatic renewal payment is due.
Conclusion
To summarize the key points:
- It is possible to cancel a LinkedIn Recruiter subscription by accessing your account settings.
- Downgrading to a lower tier is an alternative to get some features at a lower cost.
- Canceling means losing access to all Recruiter capabilities and data.
- There are no refunds if canceling mid-billing cycle.
Hope this gives you a better understanding of how to cancel LinkedIn Recruiter if needed. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to my existing InMails if I cancel my subscription?
Any InMail messages you have already sent will be revoked and removed from the recipients’ inboxes if you cancel your LinkedIn Recruiter subscription. So be sure to export any important candidate conversations before canceling.
Can I reactivate my subscription later?
Yes, it is possible to restart your LinkedIn Recruiter subscription after canceling if you change your mind. However, you will have to sign up and submit payment information again as if starting a brand new subscription.
What is LinkedIn Recruiter’s cancellation policy?
LinkedIn Recruiter subscriptions have a monthly billing cycle. You can cancel at any time, but you will continue to have access until the end of the current billing period you already paid for. There are no partial refunds for unused time if you cancel mid-cycle.
What features come with LinkedIn Recruiter Lite?
The Lite plan includes ability to search LinkedIn profiles, contact up to 30 candidates per month via InMail, and view limited analytics. Full capabilities like unlimited InMails, talent pool management, integrations, etc. require upgrading to higher tiers.
What is the difference between canceling and downgrading my subscription?
Canceling ends your subscription entirely at the end of the current billing cycle, while downgrading keeps your subscription active but lowers your plan to a more affordable tier. Downgrading allows keeping some features.
Comparing LinkedIn Recruiter Plan Features and Pricing
Here is a table comparing the key features and pricing of the different LinkedIn Recruiter plan tiers:
Plan | Lite | Professional | Corporate |
---|---|---|---|
Monthly Price | $119.95 | $239.95 | Custom quote |
Number of InMails | 30 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Saved Candidate Profiles | 10 | 200 | 500 |
Talent Pool Management | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ |
ATS Integration | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ |
HRIS Integration | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ |
Premium Support | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ |
As you can see, Corporate provides the most robust capabilities and integrations, but comes at a higher undisclosed price. Professional offers a solid middle ground with unlimited InMails, some integrations, and analytics. Lite provides basic features at an affordable rate.
Strategies to Reduce LinkedIn Recruiter Costs
If the price of a premium LinkedIn Recruiter subscription doesn’t fit your budget, here are a few strategies to reduce costs:
Analyze Usage to Right-Size Your Plan
Review your actual LinkedIn Recruiter usage over the past year. Are you sending the full amount of allowed InMails each month? Do you use all available candidate profile saves? Understanding your usage can help determine if you can get by with a lower tier plan to reduce costs.
Negotiate Discounts for Annual Commitments
LinkedIn sometimes offers discounts if you commit to an annual Recruiter contract rather than paying month-to-month. Multi-year deals may also have cost savings – discuss options with a LinkedIn sales rep.
Split Costs Across Multiple Hiring Managers
For a Corporate plan, consider having 2-3 hiring managers share the annual contract cost and divvy up the InMails and talent pool capacity.
Partner With Other Departments
Does marketing, sales, business development or other departments at your company also recruit via LinkedIn? Propose splitting an Enterprise Recruiter package across divisions to lower costs for everyone.
Request Nonprofit or Educational Discounts
If you work for a registered nonprofit or educational institution, ask LinkedIn about receiving discounted annual rates for Recruiter.
Conclusion
LinkedIn Recruiter is a valuable tool for sourcing and engaging candidates, but the subscription prices may not suit all budgets or needs. By understanding how to cancel or downgrade plans, analyzing your usage, negotiating discounts, and exploring creative cost allocations across departments, you can find the most cost-effective way to leverage LinkedIn Recruiter.
Let me know if you have any other questions! I’m happy to provide additional details or recommendations related to optimizing your LinkedIn Recruiter subscription.