LinkedIn is a professional social networking platform designed for career and business use. Here’s a quick overview:
What it’s used for
- Job searching — browse and apply for jobs from companies worldwide
- Professional networking — connect with colleagues, employers, and industry peers
- Company pages — businesses showcase their brand, culture, and job openings
- Content sharing — post articles, updates, and professional insights
- Recruitment — employers find and headhunt candidates
The LinkedIn App
The LinkedIn mobile app (available on iOS and Android) lets you do all of the above from your phone, including:
- View and apply for jobs
- Message connections
- Get notified of profile views and connection requests
- Follow companies and influencers
- Share and engage with posts
Key features
| Feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| Profile | Acts as your digital CV/resume |
| Connections | Your professional network |
| Feed | News and posts from your network |
| Jobs tab | Job listings tailored to your profile |
| LinkedIn Learning | Online courses for skills development |
| Premium | Paid tier with extra features like InMail and analytics |