How do you stop people from seeing what you like on LinkedIn?

LinkedIn is a professional social networking platform that allows you to connect with other professionals, share content, and find job opportunities. When you like or react to someone’s post on LinkedIn, that activity is visible to your connections unless you change your settings. Here are some tips on how to control what others see when you like or react to content on LinkedIn:

Adjust your LinkedIn activity broadcasts

By default, LinkedIn notifies your connections when you like or comment on someone’s post. To turn this setting off:

1. Go to your LinkedIn profile
2. Click on the “Me” icon at the top of your LinkedIn feed
3. Select “Settings & Privacy”
4. Click on “Communications”
5. Under “Broadcast your LinkedIn activity,” uncheck the box next to “Share your LinkedIn activity with your network”

This will prevent notifications being sent when you like, comment, or otherwise interact with content. Your connections will no longer get alerts about your activity.

Limit visibility of your likes and reactions

You can also adjust the visibility of likes and reactions on a post. By default, anyone who can see the original post can also see who liked it. To make your likes private:

1. Click on the “Me” icon at the top of your LinkedIn feed
2. Select “Settings & Privacy”
3. Click on “Communications”
4. Under “Show your liking activity,” select “Only you”

This will remove your name and profile photo from the list of people who liked the post. The number of likes will still be visible, but your identity will be hidden.

Customize visibility by connection

For more granular control, you can customize which groups of connections are able to see your likes and reactions:

1. Go to your profile and click “Manage visibility”
2. Select “Likes and reactions”
3. Choose your desired visibility setting:
   • Your network (default)
   • Connections only
   • Exclude specific connections

So you can hide your liking activity from your wider network or from certain individuals. This gives you flexibility based on your comfort level.

Remove likes and reactions

If you want to undo liking a post, you can remove your like or reaction completely:

1. Go to the post you previously liked or reacted to
2. Hover over the like/reaction icon
3. Click on the “Unlike” or “Remove reaction” option

This will delete your activity on that post as if you never engaged with it. The post itself will remain visible.

Block users

If there are certain people you want to hide your activity from, you can block them on LinkedIn. To do this:

1. Go to the profile of the person you want to block
2. Click on the three dots icon next to “Message”
3. Select “Block” to confirm

Blocked connections will no longer be able to see your profile or activity. Use this option judiciously for specific individuals you want to limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hide my likes from my coworkers or boss?

Yes, using the customize visibility settings, you can exclude specific connections from seeing your likes and reactions. This allows you to hide your activity from coworkers, bosses, or any other connections.

Will blocking someone remove my past likes from their view?

Blocking someone prevents them from seeing your future activity, but they may still have visibility into your past interactions. Removing likes and reactions is needed to delete your past engagement.

Can I prevent my network from seeing I’m connected to someone?

No, your list of connections is always visible to your network on LinkedIn. The only way to hide a connection is to remove them from your contacts.

What if I accidentally like something I shouldn’t have?

You can quickly undo the like or reaction. Hover over the icon and select “Unlike” or “Remove reaction” to delete it. This will prevent further visibility. If needed, you can message the poster explaining it was accidental.

Will my employer see if I change my activity visibility settings?

No, adjusting your activity broadcast and like/reaction visibility only affects what your connections can see. Your employer would not be notified of any changes to these privacy settings.

Best Practices for Liking Content

Here are some best practices as you engage with content on LinkedIn:

• Like and react to content that is relevant to you professionally.
• Be selective – quality over quantity.
• Comment thoughtfully on posts when you feel you have something meaningful to add.
• Be aware of your audience – your network includes colleagues and employers.
• Keep privacy settings at your comfort level.

Pros and Cons of Liking Content

Conclusion

Liking and reacting to content is part of the LinkedIn experience, but your activity is visible by default. Utilize LinkedIn’s privacy settings to control what your connections see when you interact with posts. Focus on engaging thoughtfully with content meaningful to you and your career. With the right balance, you can show support for your network while maintaining your professional reputation.