Changing your profile picture on LinkedIn is easy to do right from the LinkedIn app on your iPhone. Your profile picture is one of the first things people will see when looking at your LinkedIn profile, so having a professional, high-quality headshot is important. Follow these steps to change your profile photo using the LinkedIn app on your iPhone:
Open the LinkedIn App
First, open up the LinkedIn app on your iPhone. You can find the blue LinkedIn icon on your home screen or in the app drawer. Once you’ve launched the app, you’ll need to log in to your account by entering your email and password.
Go to Your Profile
After logging in, tap on the “Me” tab at the bottom right to go to your profile page. This will bring up your profile overview.
Tap Edit Profile
At the top of your profile overview, you’ll see a blue “Edit public profile & URL” button. Tap on this to edit your profile.
Tap the Photo Icon
This will bring you to your profile editing page. At the top you’ll see your name, headline, location, connections, etc. Tap on the profile photo icon to the right of your name.
Choose a New Photo
Tapping the photo icon will bring up the option to take a photo with your camera or choose an existing photo from your photos library or LinkedIn. To use an existing photo from your library:
- Tap “Photo Library”
- This will bring up your photos – select the photo you want to use
- You can crop or edit the photo as needed
- When done, tap “Save” to set it as your new profile picture
Review and Save Changes
Once you’ve selected and cropped your new photo, tap “Save”. This will take you back to the profile editing page. Scroll down and tap “Review” to see how your changes will look on your public profile. If everything looks good, tap “Save” in the top right to make your new profile picture go live!
Some Tips for a Great Profile Photo
Here are some tips for getting a great profile photo on LinkedIn:
- Use a clear, high-quality headshot of just you – no selfies!
- Make sure your face is well-lit and the photo is not grainy
- Wear professional attire – no casual clothes or inappropriate backgrounds
- Smile and look friendly, approachable, and confident
- Make sure there are no other people or distractions in the frame
- Maintain good posture and eye contact with the camera
Additional Options for Changing Your Photo
In addition to changing your profile picture in the LinkedIn app, you have a couple other options:
Change Photo on Desktop
You can update your profile photo by logging into LinkedIn on your desktop. Simply go to your profile, click the photo icon, and upload a new picture. The steps are very similar to the mobile app.
Change Photo via Website
You can also change your profile picture directly at www.linkedin.com without logging in. Just go to your public profile page and click the “pencil” icon to edit your profile. From there, click on your photo and follow the instructions to upload a new one.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add a background photo?
In addition to your profile picture, you can also set a background photo for your profile on LinkedIn. This appears as a large banner photo behind your profile picture and details. To add or change your background photo:
- Go to your profile and tap “Edit public profile & URL”
- Tap on the background photo icon
- Choose a new photo from your device or LinkedIn’s options
- Save changes
How do I change the profile picture visibility?
When uploading your profile picture, you have the option to set who can see it. The default setting is for your profile picture to be visible to the public and anyone on or off LinkedIn. However, you can also restrict visibility to only your connections, only you, or select individual connections.
Does my old profile picture stay on LinkedIn?
When you change your profile picture, your previous photo will no longer appear as your current profile picture. However, any posts, shares, or content you created with your previous photo will still display that old picture.
Can I revert back to an old profile photo?
LinkedIn does keep your previously uploaded profile pictures. If you would like to go back to using an old profile photo:
- Go to edit your profile picture
- Tap “Previous Uploads”
- Choose the old photo you want to use again
- Save the changes
Is there a size limit for the photo?
LinkedIn recommends uploading a profile photo that is at least 400 x 400 pixels for optimal quality. A square photo works best. The maximum file size for a profile photo is 8 MB.
Conclusion
Updating your LinkedIn profile picture to a professional, high-quality headshot is a great way to put your best foot forward on the platform. With the LinkedIn app on your iPhone, it only takes a few taps to snap a new photo or choose one from your library to set as your profile photo. Keep these tips in mind to select a photo that looks great and represents you well to your connections and prospective employers or clients.