It is a common question for those who use LinkedIn Learning for work to wonder if they can also link it to their personal LinkedIn account. The short answer is yes, you can link your work LinkedIn Learning account to your personal LinkedIn account. However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind when doing so.
The Benefits of Linking Accounts
There are a few potential benefits to linking your work LinkedIn Learning account to your personal LinkedIn account:
- Access to learning history and progress – You’ll be able to see your full learning history and progress across both accounts in one place.
- Shared recommendations – Recommendations you make or receive on courses will be visible on both accounts.
- Shared credentials – You won’t have to juggle multiple sets of login credentials.
- Visibility to connections – Your connections may be able to see your LinkedIn Learning activity and achievements on your profile.
Having all of your LinkedIn Learning activity consolidated in one place can be convenient and help demonstrate your ongoing learning to your network.
Considerations Before Linking
However, there are also a few things you should keep in mind before linking your work and personal LinkedIn Learning accounts:
- Learning paths and recommendations may change – LinkedIn Learning’s algorithm tailors recommendations based on your role, industry, and viewing history. Linking accounts could dilute recommendations.
- Keep work and personal learning separate – Your employer may expect you to use your work account solely for job-related learning.
- Privacy settings differ – You and your employer may have different comfort levels about what is visible to your networks.
- Can’t be undone – Once accounts are linked, they cannot be unlinked. You’d have to contact Customer Service.
It’s a good idea to check with your manager or HR department about whether linking accounts is allowed or advisable given your employer’s policies and preferences.
How to Link LinkedIn Learning Accounts
If you’ve weighed the considerations and decide you want to link your accounts, here is how to do it:
- Go to your LinkedIn Learning profile while logged into your personal account.
- Click on your profile image in the top right.
- Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
- Under “Account Management” select “Manage LinkedIn Settings.”
- This will take you to your general LinkedIn account settings. Select “Partner Programs” on the left.
- Under the LinkedIn Learning section, click “Add Account.”
- Enter the email address and password for your work/educational LinkedIn Learning account.
- Click “Link Account.”
And that’s it! Your work and personal Learning accounts are now linked. You can toggle between accounts using the dropdown menu at the top of LinkedIn Learning.
Usage Considerations After Linking
After linking your Learning accounts, be mindful of the following:
- Log out completely if switching between accounts on a shared device.
- Check that visibility settings are as you want them on both accounts.
- Use work Learning only for job-related courses.
- Personal learning won’t appear on Skills profile for work.
- You can filter courses by account source if needed.
As long as you use your accounts appropriately after linking, this can be a convenient way to manage your professional and personal learning on LinkedIn.
Conclusion
Linking your work and personal LinkedIn Learning accounts can be beneficial in providing a unified learning history and recommendations. However, be thoughtful about your employer’s policies, intended separation of work and personal learning, and privacy settings before connecting accounts. If you decide to link accounts, be mindful going forward to use the appropriate account for the learning situation. With proper setup and usage, linking can enable a more streamlined professional learning experience on LinkedIn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my employer see my personal LinkedIn Learning activity if I link accounts?
No, your employer cannot see your personal learning activity if you link your personal account to your work account. The learning done under each account will remain separate and visible only to the respective account owner.
What if my employer pays for my LinkedIn Learning subscription?
If your employer provides your LinkedIn Learning access, check with them before linking your personal account. They may have concerns about you using that access for personal learning. If they approve linking, be sure to solely use the work account for job-related learning.
What personal information becomes visible when I link accounts?
Your name, profile photo, job title, and company will be visible across accounts after linking. Your connections, profile views, and full profile data will remain separate between your accounts.
Can I unlink my LinkedIn Learning accounts?
Unfortunately no, LinkedIn does not currently allow users to unlink Learning accounts once connected. You would need to contact LinkedIn Customer Service to separate the accounts again if needed.
How do I know which account I’m using in LinkedIn Learning after linking?
When you are logged in, you can see the active LinkedIn Learning account name displayed in the dropdown menu at the top right of the screen. You can easily toggle between accounts here.
Key Takeaways
- Linking LinkedIn Learning accounts provides a unified learning history and recommendations.
- Consider employer policies, separation of work/personal learning, and settings before linking.
- Be mindful which account you use for what learning after linking.
- Accounts cannot be unlinked once connected.
- Employers cannot see your personal learning if linked.
Related Articles
If you are considering linking your LinkedIn Learning accounts, you may find value in these related articles:
- How to Get the Most from Your LinkedIn Learning Experience
- LinkedIn Learning vs Lynda: What’s the Difference?
- 10 Tips for Using LinkedIn Learning Effectively
- Is LinkedIn Premium Worth It for the LinkedIn Learning Feature?
- How to Add LinkedIn Learning Certificates to Your LinkedIn Profile
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