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LinkedIn is a business and employment-oriented online service that operates via websites and mobile apps. It was launched on May 5, 2003, and is mainly used for professional networking, including employers posting jobs and job seekers posting their CVs. As of 2023, LinkedIn has over 900 million registered members in more than 200 countries and territories.

History[edit]

LinkedIn was founded by Reid Hoffman and founding team members from PayPal and Socialnet.com. The site was launched on May 5, 2003. In December 2016, Microsoft completed its acquisition of LinkedIn, valued at $26.2 billion.

Features[edit]

LinkedIn allows members (both workers and employers) to create profiles and "connections" to each other in an online social network which may represent real-world professional relationships. Members can invite anyone (whether a site member or not) to become a connection.

Profiles[edit]

A LinkedIn profile is a professional landing page for individuals. It includes sections such as a profile photo, headline, summary, work experience, education, skills, endorsements, and recommendations. Users can also showcase their work by uploading documents, photos, videos, and presentations.

Connections[edit]

Connections are the basic building blocks of LinkedIn. Users can connect with colleagues, classmates, and other professionals. LinkedIn allows users to see connections of their connections, a concept known as "degrees of separation."

Groups[edit]

LinkedIn Groups provide a place for professionals in the same industry or with similar interests to share content, find answers, post and view jobs, make business contacts, and establish themselves as industry experts.

Job Listings[edit]

LinkedIn allows employers to post jobs and job seekers to apply for them. The platform also offers a premium subscription that provides additional features such as the ability to see who has viewed your profile and more detailed analytics.

LinkedIn Learning[edit]

LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform that offers video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business skills. It was launched in 2016 after LinkedIn acquired Lynda.com.

Privacy and Security[edit]

LinkedIn has faced scrutiny over its privacy practices, particularly regarding the handling of user data. The platform provides various privacy settings that allow users to control who can see their information and how it is used.

Criticism[edit]

LinkedIn has been criticized for its handling of user data, the prevalence of spam and fake profiles, and the effectiveness of its job-matching algorithms. Despite these criticisms, it remains a popular tool for professional networking.

Also see[edit]

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-{{Infobox website
-| name = LinkedIn
-| logo = LinkedIn logo initials.png
-| logo_size = 200px
-| screenshot = LinkedIn screenshot.png
-| screenshot_size = 300px
-| caption = LinkedIn homepage
-| url = {{URL|https://www.linkedin.com}}
-| commercial = Yes
-| type = [[Professional network service]]
-| registration = Required
-| language = Multilingual
-| owner = [[Microsoft]]
-| author = [[Reid Hoffman]], [[Allen Blue]], [[Konstantin Guericke]], [[Eric Ly]], [[Jean-Luc Vaillant]]
-| launch_date = {{Start date|2003|05|05}}
-| current_status = Active
-}}
-'''LinkedIn''' is an [[American]] [[business]] and [[employment]]-oriented [[online service]] that operates via [[websites]] and [[mobile apps]]. Launched on May 5, 2003, the platform is mainly used for [[professional networking]], including employers posting jobs and job seekers posting their [[curriculum vitae]] (CVs). As of 2021, most of the company's revenue came from selling access to information about its members to [[recruiters]] and [[sales professionals]]. Since December 2016, it has been a wholly owned subsidiary of [[Microsoft]]. LinkedIn allows members (both workers and employers) to create profiles and "connections" to each other in an online social network which may represent real-world professional relationships. Members can invite anyone (whether a site member or not) to become a connection.
+LinkedIn is a business and employment-oriented online service that operates via websites and mobile apps. It was launched on May 5, 2003, and is mainly used for professional networking, including employers posting jobs and job seekers posting their CVs. As of 2023, LinkedIn has over 900 million registered members in more than 200 countries and territories.
-==History==
+== History ==
-LinkedIn was founded by [[Reid Hoffman]] and founding team members from [[PayPal]] and [[Socialnet.com]]. In 2006, LinkedIn increased to 20 million members. In 2011, LinkedIn filed for an [[initial public offering]] and traded its first shares on May 19, 2011, under the [[New York Stock Exchange]] (NYSE) symbol "LNKD". In 2016, Microsoft announced its acquisition of LinkedIn, valuing the company at $26.2 billion.
+LinkedIn was founded by Reid Hoffman and founding team members from [[PayPal]] and [[Socialnet.com]]. The site was launched on May 5, 2003. In December 2016, Microsoft completed its acquisition of LinkedIn, valued at $26.2 billion.
-==Features==
+== Features ==
-LinkedIn's features include the ability to create a profile, connect with other professionals, endorse skills, and receive recommendations. Users can also join groups, write articles, and follow companies. LinkedIn also offers premium subscriptions that provide additional features such as advanced search filters and the ability to send messages to people outside one's network.
+LinkedIn allows members (both workers and employers) to create profiles and "connections" to each other in an online social network which may represent real-world professional relationships. Members can invite anyone (whether a site member or not) to become a connection.
-===Profiles===
+=== Profiles ===
-A LinkedIn profile includes sections for a user's work experience, education, skills, and endorsements. Users can also upload a profile picture and a background photo.
+A LinkedIn profile is a professional landing page for individuals. It includes sections such as a profile photo, headline, summary, work experience, education, skills, endorsements, and recommendations. Users can also showcase their work by uploading documents, photos, videos, and presentations.
-===Connections===
+=== Connections ===
-Connections are the core of LinkedIn's network. Users can connect with colleagues, classmates, and other professionals. LinkedIn also suggests potential connections based on a user's profile and network.
+Connections are the basic building blocks of LinkedIn. Users can connect with colleagues, classmates, and other professionals. LinkedIn allows users to see connections of their connections, a concept known as "degrees of separation."
-===Endorsements and Recommendations===
+=== Groups ===
-Users can endorse each other's skills and write recommendations. Endorsements are a way for users to validate each other's skills, while recommendations are written testimonials.
+LinkedIn Groups provide a place for professionals in the same industry or with similar interests to share content, find answers, post and view jobs, make business contacts, and establish themselves as industry experts.
-===Groups===
+=== Job Listings ===
-LinkedIn Groups provide a place for professionals in the same industry or with similar interests to share content, find answers, post and view jobs, make business contacts, and establish themselves as industry experts.
+LinkedIn allows employers to post jobs and job seekers to apply for them. The platform also offers a premium subscription that provides additional features such as the ability to see who has viewed your profile and more detailed analytics.
-===LinkedIn Learning===
+=== LinkedIn Learning ===
-LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform that offers video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business skills.
+LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform that offers video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business skills. It was launched in 2016 after LinkedIn acquired Lynda.com.
-==Acquisition by Microsoft==
+== Privacy and Security ==
-In June 2016, Microsoft announced that it would acquire LinkedIn for $26.2 billion. The acquisition was completed in December 2016. LinkedIn continues to operate as a separate entity under the Microsoft umbrella.
+LinkedIn has faced scrutiny over its privacy practices, particularly regarding the handling of user data. The platform provides various privacy settings that allow users to control who can see their information and how it is used.
-==Criticism and Controversies==
+== Criticism ==
-LinkedIn has faced criticism over issues such as [[privacy]], [[data security]], and the effectiveness of its premium services. In 2012, LinkedIn experienced a major security breach that resulted in the theft of millions of user passwords.
+LinkedIn has been criticized for its handling of user data, the prevalence of spam and fake profiles, and the effectiveness of its job-matching algorithms. Despite these criticisms, it remains a popular tool for professional networking.
-==See also==
+== Also see ==
-* [[Professional network service]]
+* [[Social Media]]
+* [[Professional Networking]]
 * [[Microsoft]]
-* [[Social media]]
+* [[Online Learning]]
-* [[Recruitment]]
-* [[Job hunting]]
-==References==
-{{Reflist}}
-==External links==
+{{Social media}}
-* [https://www.linkedin.com LinkedIn official website]
+{{Professional networking}}
+[[Category:Social networking services]]
 [[Category:Professional networks]]
 [[Category:Microsoft acquisitions]]
-[[Category:Social media]]
-[[Category:Employment websites]]
-[[Category:2003 establishments in the United States]]
-{{Website-stub}}