Knowing when your LinkedIn billing cycle starts and ends each month is important for managing your subscription costs. Your billing date determines when LinkedIn charges your payment method for services like LinkedIn Premium. By checking your billing cycle, you can also see upcoming charges so there are no surprises on your credit card statement. Here’s what to know about finding your LinkedIn billing cycle and due dates.
Where to Check Your Billing Cycle in Your LinkedIn Account
Your LinkedIn billing cycle information is available directly in your account settings. Here’s how to view it:
- Log into your LinkedIn account on the desktop site (linkedin.com).
- In the top right corner, click on your profile image and then select Account from the dropdown menu.
- On the left side of the Account page, click on Billing.
- Under the Payment Information section, you’ll see your Next Billing Date. This shows the date when your next charge will be processed.
- Below your Next Billing Date, you’ll see the Billing Period dates. This shows the start and end dates for your current monthly billing cycle.
So in summary, your billing cycle start and end dates are shown under Billing > Payment Information in your LinkedIn account settings. Checking here anytime lets you see your upcoming billing date and the full billing period you’re currently in.
What to Know About LinkedIn Billing Cycles
When you purchase a premium subscription like LinkedIn Premium or a job posting bundle, LinkedIn bills you on a monthly basis. Here are some key points about LinkedIn billing cycles:
- Billing cycles last one month or 30 days.
- A new billing period starts on the same calendar day each month, which is your billing date.
- Your billing date is determined by the day of the month you initially purchased the subscription.
- On your billing date each month, LinkedIn charges your payment method on file for the plan you’re subscribed to.
For example, if you signed up for LinkedIn Premium on the 15th of the month, your billing cycle would run from the 15th to the 14th of the following month. LinkedIn would charge your card automatically on the 15th of each month for your subscription fees.
Billing cycles renew automatically until you cancel your subscription. You can cancel at any time from your account settings.
Changing Your LinkedIn Billing Date
In most cases, your billing date is fixed based on your initial purchase date for a subscription. However, LinkedIn does allow you to change your billing date if needed. Here’s how:
- From the Billing page, click on Change Billing Date next to your upcoming billing date.
- On the Change Billing Date page, select your new preferred billing date.
- Click Change Date.
When you change your billing date, LinkedIn will align your next billing cycle to the new date. Keep in mind that changing your date may result in a partial billing cycle or credit to your account to align with the new schedule.
Viewing Your LinkedIn Invoices
If you need to view past LinkedIn charges or access old billing statements, you can download invoices from your account. Here’s how to see billing statements:
- Go to the Billing page in your account settings.
- Under the Invoices section, click Download next to any invoice to view it.
- Invoices are available in PDF format and indicate the billing period, subscription charges, taxes, and total amount paid.
Downloading invoices from your LinkedIn account is useful for reviewing past transactions, reconciling charges on your credit card statement, or providing billing details for expense reports.
Using LinkedIn Premium Free Trials
If you’re considering a paid subscription like Premium but want to test it out first, LinkedIn does offer free trials. Here’s what to know:
- You can start a free 1-month trial of LinkedIn Premium from your account settings.
- The trial will automatically enroll you in a paid Premium subscription at the end of the month unless you cancel before the free trial ends.
- Cancelling before the end of the trial ensures you are not charged.
- If you don’t cancel, you’ll be billed on the same calendar day that you started the free trial.
Using a Premium free trial allows you to preview the extended features temporarily before deciding to pay. Just be sure to set a reminder to cancel ahead of time if you don’t want to continue.
Managing Billing as a LinkedIn Advertiser
If you advertise on LinkedIn to promote your business, your billing and payments related to ads works a bit differently than subscriptions. Here’s a quick guide:
- You add a payment method when setting up your LinkedIn ad account.
- You choose a monthly spending limit for your advertising budget.
- LinkedIn charges your payment method periodically based on your actual ad spend, not a fixed subscription fee.
- Review your billing details and download invoices anytime in your LinkedIn advertising account.
Billing for LinkedIn ads is usage-based, so you’re only charged for the impressions, clicks, and actions you receive. You can adjust your spending cap at any point if needed.
Getting LinkedIn Billing Issues Resolved
In rare cases, you may encounter issues with LinkedIn billing such as charges you don’t recognize or subscription problems. If you need support with a LinkedIn billing or payment issue, here are some options:
- Check account notifications – LinkedIn will alert you directly in your account inbox regarding any payment failures, subscription changes, or refunds.
- Contact LinkedIn billing support – Reach out to the LinkedIn billing team for help via the LinkedIn Help Center.
- Talk to your credit card company – For any unauthorized charges or other card-related issues, you can contact your issuing bank for assistance disputing transactions.
It’s a good idea to periodically review your LinkedIn transactions and statements to catch any problems right away. Acting quickly can help resolve billing errors and issues faster.
Conclusion
Monitoring your LinkedIn billing details enables you to stay on top of subscription costs and ensure accurate payments. Now that you know how to check your billing cycle and upcoming charges directly through your account, you can easily keep tabs on your payment status.
Referring back to your billing date, invoices, and statements can also help you confirm your LinkedIn transactions month-to-month. Understanding the billing process is key for anyone using Premium services or advertising through LinkedIn to grow their business or career.