Yes, you can absolutely get LinkedIn on a Mac computer. LinkedIn offers both a web-based version that can be accessed through any browser, as well as a desktop app that can be downloaded specifically for Mac.
Accessing LinkedIn through a web browser on Mac
The easiest way to access LinkedIn on a Mac is to simply go to the LinkedIn website – www.linkedin.com – using your preferred web browser. LinkedIn is optimized for all major browsers on Mac such as Safari, Chrome, Firefox, etc. So simply open your browser, go to the LinkedIn website, and log in to your account.
This allows you to access all of LinkedIn’s features through the browser interface. You can view your feed, network connections, profile, jobs, messaging, notifications and everything else LinkedIn has to offer. The web experience is fully functional on a Mac.
Downloading the LinkedIn desktop app on Mac
In addition to the web experience, LinkedIn also offers a native desktop app for Mac users. This can be downloaded from the Mac App Store. The LinkedIn desktop app offers some additional features over the web version, such as native notifications, calendar integration and offline access to previously viewed content.
Here are the steps to download the LinkedIn app on a Mac:
- Open the App Store on your Mac.
- Search for “LinkedIn” in the search bar.
- Select the LinkedIn app result and click “Get” to download it.
- Once downloaded, the LinkedIn app will appear in your Applications folder.
- Click to open the LinkedIn app from your Applications folder.
- Log in using your LinkedIn username and password.
The LinkedIn app will now be installed and ready to use on your Mac! It will automatically update just like any other App Store app when new versions are released by LinkedIn.
Key differences between LinkedIn web vs. app on Mac
While both the web and app provide access to LinkedIn’s core features, here are some key differences between the experiences:
LinkedIn on Web | LinkedIn App |
---|---|
Accessed through browser | Standalone desktop app |
Basic notifications | Native notifications |
No offline access | Offline reading mode |
Web-based interface | Custom native interface |
Cross-platform | Mac only |
So in summary, the LinkedIn app provides some bonus features tailored specifically for Mac users. But the web experience still allows full access to LinkedIn on any Mac browser.
Getting the most out of LinkedIn’s features on Mac
Here are some tips to get the most out of LinkedIn regardless of whether you primarily use the web or desktop app on a Mac:
- Sync your LinkedIn calendar with macOS or iOS – integrate your network event reminders with your personal work calendar on your Mac and Apple mobile devices.
- Use keyboard shortcuts – even on web you can use keyboard shortcuts for a more seamless workflow in reviewing profiles, searching, and managing messages and notifications.
- Customize your notifications – fine tune what updates you want pushed across both app and web.
- Install the LinkedIn browser extensions – add useful LinkedIn features directly to your browser of choice like direct messaging and notifications.
- Use LinkedIn for job seeking – take advantage of LinkedIn’s extensive job boards and career resources right from your Mac.
- Expand your professional network – search for new connections, groups, and community resources to continue growing your professional community.
Keyboard shortcuts
Here are some of the most helpful LinkedIn keyboard shortcuts on Mac:
Action | Shortcut (App) | Shortcut (Web) |
---|---|---|
Toggle full screen profile view | Esc | Esc |
Open search bar | Command + S | Command + S |
Toggle left rail menu | Command + 1 | Command + 1 |
Open messages | Command + 2 | Command + 2 |
Open notifications | Command + 3 | Command + 3 |
Customizing notifications
You can customize LinkedIn notifications on Mac by:
- Clicking your profile picture > Settings & Privacy from the dropdown menu
- Selecting Notifications from the left sidebar
- Choosing which notifications you want enabled or disabled
- Picking what channels you want alerts delivered through (in-app, email, etc)
- Setting the frequency for different notification types
This allows you to fine tune notifications to minimize distractions while still staying updated on the most important professional updates through your preferred channels.
Integrating calendars
To integrate LinkedIn calendar events into your Mac calendar:
- Open System Preferences > Internet Accounts
- Click Add Account and select LinkedIn
- Sign in with your LinkedIn account credentials
- Make sure Calendars is checked under account services
- Open Calendar and your LinkedIn events will now show in the sidebar
This enables you to easily track professional events, meetups, conferences and more directly from your Mac calendar.
Conclusion
In summary, Mac users have full access to LinkedIn through both the standard web experience as well as the dedicated Mac app. While the core functionality remains the same, the app offers some bonus features for a more seamless native experience. Both options provide the ability to fully manage your professional network right from your Mac.