There are a few common reasons why you may be unable to log into LinkedIn Learning:
You don’t have an active LinkedIn Learning subscription
In order to access courses on LinkedIn Learning, you need to have an active paid subscription. LinkedIn Learning offers both individual and enterprise subscriptions. If you don’t have a current paid subscription, you won’t be able to log in and access courses.
Your login credentials are incorrect
Double check that you are using the correct email address and password to log in. Make sure you are logging in at the correct website – www.linkedin.com/learning. If you’ve recently changed your LinkedIn password, you’ll need to update your LinkedIn Learning login with the new password.
You’re entering the wrong URL
Make sure you are using the correct URL for LinkedIn Learning – www.linkedin.com/learning. Sometimes people mistakenly go to the main LinkedIn site instead of specifically LinkedIn Learning. Entering the wrong URL will result in not being able to access LinkedIn Learning.
Your LinkedIn account is restricted
If your LinkedIn account has been restricted for any reason, it will also restrict your access to LinkedIn Learning. Check your LinkedIn account status and contact LinkedIn to resolve any restrictions in order to restore access to Learning.
You’re not logged into your LinkedIn account
LinkedIn Learning leverages your main LinkedIn account for login credentials. If you are not actively logged into your LinkedIn account, you may see errors trying to access LinkedIn Learning. Log into your LinkedIn account first before attempting to access LinkedIn Learning.
Your browser settings are blocking cookies
LinkedIn Learning relies on browser cookies to maintain your logged in status. If you have cookies disabled in your browser settings, it can prevent proper access to LinkedIn Learning. Make sure cookies are enabled in your browser preferences.
Your LinkedIn Learning access has expired
If you had access to LinkedIn Learning through an free trial or promotional period, your access may have simply expired. Check any emails you received about a free trial or promotional access period to see when your access ends. You will need to purchase a paid subscription to regain access after a free trial ends.
How to troubleshoot and resolve LinkedIn Learning login issues
If you are unable to login to LinkedIn Learning, here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve it:
- Confirm you have an active paid subscription
- Double check your username and password
- Try logging in on a different browser or device
- Clear your browser cookies and cache
- Try accessing LinkedIn Learning in a private browsing window
- Check the LinkedIn Learning system status page for any known issues
- Contact LinkedIn Learning customer support for assistance
Preventing LinkedIn Learning login problems
Here are some tips to avoid LinkedIn Learning login problems in the future:
- Bookmark the correct LinkedIn Learning URL – www.linkedin.com/learning
- Keep your LinkedIn password updated and sync it across devices
- Use a password manager to store login credentials
- Maintain an active subscription and renew promptly when it expires
- Log out fully from LinkedIn Learning when you are finished
- Use a current, updated browser and keep it cookie-enabled
Alternative resources if you can’t access LinkedIn Learning
If you are still unable to login to LinkedIn Learning after troubleshooting, here are some alternative learning platforms to consider:
Platform | Details |
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Udemy | Large marketplace for online courses and videos. Offerings range from free to paid. |
Coursera | Offers courses, certifications, and degrees from top universities and companies worldwide. |
edX | Free online courses from 130+ leading institutions. Offers certificates and microcredentials. |
Skillshare | Subscription service with thousands of online classes for creative and entrepreneurial skills. |
FutureLearn | Free and paid courses in a wide range of subjects from top schools and organizations. |
MIT OpenCourseWare | Free access to MIT course materials – does not offer credentials. |
YouTube channels | Many educators and experts offer free learning content via YouTube. |
While not direct replacements for LinkedIn Learning, these alternative platforms offer a wide variety of high-quality learning resources covering many skills and topics.
Conclusion
Trouble logging into LinkedIn Learning is often due to incorrect credentials, expired subscriptions, or browser settings blocking access. It can usually be resolved by double checking login details, confirming subscription status, updating browsers, or contacting customer support. Alternative online learning platforms can also fill in the gaps until any login issues are fixed.